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PJ05 SYU

2005 BMW R1200

Grey Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Nov 2026
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

17,335 mi
Last recorded17,335 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW R120026,660 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ05 SYU
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 30 Oct 2025 17,335 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Upper Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 4 Nov 2024 17,123 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2023 17,025 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2022 16,810 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2021 16,359 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2019 16,219 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2018 15,365 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 14,446 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 13,254 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 12,806 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 12,185 miles

Rear Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 13 Apr 2013 11,115 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 10,363 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 9,541 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 8,430 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 7,561 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2008 5,575 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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PJ05 SYU is a 2005 BMW R1200 in Grey with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 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 PJ05 SYU, 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 PJ05 SYU registered?

PJ05 SYU is a 2005 BMW R1200, first registered on 30 April 2005.

Is PJ05 SYU safe to buy?

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