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RE05 LDJ

2005 BMW R1200

Yellow Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jun 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

47,512 mi
Last recorded47,512 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW R120026,660 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE05 LDJ
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2005
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2026 47,512 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2025 46,453 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2024 46,129 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2022 45,931 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim Wheel has slight runout (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 12 Sep 2019 44,274 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2019 44,274 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 Aug 2018 42,248 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2017 39,150 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 35,773 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 30,051 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 25,679 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 15 Aug 2013 24,384 miles

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 15 Aug 2013 24,384 miles

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 16 Aug 2012 23,207 miles

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

Pass 4 Aug 2011 21,464 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2010 18,978 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2010 16,398 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2009 15,929 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 28 Feb 2008 14,795 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

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 LDJ is a 2005 BMW R1200 in Yellow with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 LDJ, 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 LDJ registered?

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

Is RE05 LDJ safe to buy?

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