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MV05 ZPL

2005 BMW R1200

Blue Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2018
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

67,765 mi
Last recorded67,765 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW R120026,660 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV05 ZPL
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2017 67,765 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2016 60,759 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 46,951 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2013 39,200 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 22 Jun 2013 39,200 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 22 Jun 2012 26,390 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 17,606 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2010 10,701 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2009 10,321 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2008 9,461 miles

How Reliable is the BMW R1200?

Based on 133,237 MOT tests across 17,003 vehicles.

93.4%
Pass Rate
1,746
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
17,003
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 461
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 278
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 261
Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick 139
Headlamp aim too high 121
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MV05 ZPL is a 2005 BMW R1200 in Blue with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2005 BMW R1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.5% with a typical mileage of 26,660 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a BMW R1200 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 461 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MV05 ZPL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW R1200 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 21 years old, this BMW R1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MV05 ZPL registered?

MV05 ZPL is a 2005 BMW R1200, first registered on 19 March 2005.

Is MV05 ZPL safe to buy?

The MOT history for MV05 ZPL shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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