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RE05 AOL

2005 BMW R1200

Silver Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2023
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

34,936 mi
Last recorded34,936 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2022
Typical for 2005 BMW R120026,660 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE05 AOL
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2022 34,936 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2021 34,530 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2020 34,220 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 4 Jul 2019 33,448 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber : Reduced "damping" noted.

Pass 25 Jul 2018 29,717 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 28,318 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 23,942 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2015 21,434 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2014 19,435 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 18,792 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 18,294 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 16,940 miles

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

Fail 20 May 2011 16,940 miles

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 22 May 2010 16,206 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 12,710 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2008 8,813 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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RE05 AOL is a 2005 BMW R1200 in Silver with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 RE05 AOL, 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 RE05 AOL registered?

RE05 AOL is a 2005 BMW R1200, first registered on 11 March 2005.

Is RE05 AOL safe to buy?

The MOT history for RE05 AOL shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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