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NL05 ZSW

2005 BMW R1200

Grey Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2021
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

30,362 mi
Last recorded30,362 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2019
Typical for 2005 BMW R120026,660 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNL05 ZSW
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2019 30,362 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2018 29,904 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2017 29,883 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2016 29,687 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2015 29,439 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2014 28,348 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 27,040 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2013 26,882 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Fail 7 Mar 2013 26,882 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 13 Mar 2012 24,707 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 21,861 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 20,369 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Apr 2009 18,700 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2008 17,742 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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NL05 ZSW is a 2005 BMW R1200 in Grey with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 NL05 ZSW, 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 NL05 ZSW registered?

NL05 ZSW is a 2005 BMW R1200, first registered on 17 March 2005.

Is NL05 ZSW safe to buy?

The MOT history for NL05 ZSW shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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