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PG05 DGU

2005 BMW R1200

Red Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Oct 2026
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

12,545 mi
Last recorded12,545 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW R120026,660 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 11 Oct 2025 12,545 miles
Pass 18 May 2024 12,207 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2022 11,872 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2020 11,853 miles

Rear tyre slightly squared

Pass 3 Aug 2019 11,767 miles

rear tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 4 Aug 2018 11,348 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2017 10,821 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2016 10,630 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 30 Jul 2015 9,942 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2014 7,018 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2013 6,116 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2012 5,592 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2011 5,147 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2010 4,795 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2009 4,263 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2008 3,764 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 DGU is a 2005 BMW R1200 in Red with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 PG05 DGU, 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 DGU registered?

PG05 DGU is a 2005 BMW R1200, first registered on 30 July 2005.

Is PG05 DGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for PG05 DGU shows 16 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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