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PG05 DFV

2005 BMW R1200

Red Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

44,756 mi
Last recorded44,756 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW R120026,660 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPG05 DFV
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 44,756 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2025 44,513 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2023 42,942 miles

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

Fail 4 Nov 2023 42,942 miles

Central Front Upper Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 4 Oct 2022 38,428 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2022 38,428 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Oct 2021 31,895 miles

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

Fail 4 Oct 2021 31,895 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low adjusted as required (4.1.2 (a))

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam bulb replaced (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 25 Sep 2020 28,402 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2019 25,201 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2019 19,513 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2018 18,154 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 16,168 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 14,576 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2015 11,641 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 9,845 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 8,229 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 6,504 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 4,124 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2010 873 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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PG05 DFV is a 2005 BMW R1200 in Red with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 PG05 DFV, 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 PG05 DFV registered?

PG05 DFV is a 2005 BMW R1200, first registered on 5 August 2005.

Is PG05 DFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for PG05 DFV shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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