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RE05 LHJ

2005 BMW R1200

Red Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2025
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

60,613 mi
Last recorded60,613 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2024
Typical for 2005 BMW R120026,660 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE05 LHJ
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 9 Mar 2024 60,613 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2020 58,123 miles

Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit Rear brake pads worn close to legal limit (1.1.13 (a))

Tyre worn close to the legal limit Rear tyre worn close to legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Jun 2019 52,229 miles
Pass 30 May 2018 49,184 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 45,890 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit front tyre close to legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Pass 15 Jun 2016 42,683 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2015 40,445 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 10 Jun 2014 34,749 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2013 30,173 miles

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

Pass 12 Oct 2012 28,791 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2012 22,851 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2011 19,995 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 19,682 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2009 17,233 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 LHJ is a 2005 BMW R1200 in Red with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 RE05 LHJ, 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 LHJ registered?

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

Is RE05 LHJ safe to buy?

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