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OV05 LFF

2005 BMW R1200

Red Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2024
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

42,506 mi
Last recorded42,506 miles
Recorded on25 May 2023
Typical for 2005 BMW R120026,660 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV05 LFF
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 25 May 2023 42,506 miles

lower mount on crash bars cracked but still secure

Pass 28 May 2022 40,549 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2020 39,436 miles

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

Pass 2 Apr 2019 38,672 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 35,390 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2016 34,164 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2014 33,894 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2013 33,183 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 33,167 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 30,421 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2009 22,002 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 15,362 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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OV05 LFF is a 2005 BMW R1200 in Red with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 OV05 LFF, 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 OV05 LFF registered?

OV05 LFF is a 2005 BMW R1200, first registered on 22 April 2005.

Is OV05 LFF safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV05 LFF shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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