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MV05 ZRC

2005 BMW R1200

Yellow Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

66,294 mi
Last recorded66,294 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW R120026,660 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV05 ZRC
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2005
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2025 66,294 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2024 65,525 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2023 60,078 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2021 57,777 miles

Front Suspension ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Sep 2020 54,991 miles

Front Suspension ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Aug 2019 52,590 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2018 51,645 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2017 50,428 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 49,523 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2014 48,313 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 46,210 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 43,006 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 39,935 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 37,134 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 32,402 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 28 Mar 2008 21,327 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2008 21,174 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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 ZRC is a 2005 BMW R1200 in Yellow with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 ZRC, 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 ZRC registered?

MV05 ZRC is a 2005 BMW R1200, first registered on 8 March 2005.

Is MV05 ZRC safe to buy?

The MOT history for MV05 ZRC shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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