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RE05 LCT

2005 BMW R1200

Black Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2024
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

60,633 mi
Last recorded60,633 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2023
Typical for 2005 BMW R120026,660 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE05 LCT
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2023 60,633 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2022 59,422 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2022 59,382 miles

Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Lower yoke ball joint boot split (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Rear Brake fluid below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Pass 22 Sep 2021 57,834 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Sep 2020 56,802 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2019 56,144 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2018 52,631 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2017 51,584 miles

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

Pass 30 Jul 2016 47,352 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2015 46,302 miles

Centre Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Centre Rear Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 9 Aug 2014 44,166 miles

Centre Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 3 Aug 2013 41,101 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 3 Aug 2013 41,101 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2012 39,959 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2011 37,820 miles

Centre Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 18 Jun 2011 37,820 miles

Centre Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 12 Jun 2010 33,233 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 16 May 2009 27,959 miles
Pass 19 May 2008 20,580 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 LCT is a 2005 BMW R1200 in Black with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 RE05 LCT, 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 LCT registered?

RE05 LCT is a 2005 BMW R1200, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is RE05 LCT safe to buy?

The MOT history for RE05 LCT shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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