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RE05 VHA

2005 BMW R1200

Red Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 May 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

43,742 mi
Last recorded43,742 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW R120026,660 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 12 May 2026 43,742 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2018 43,219 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 42,307 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 40,759 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 40,615 miles

tyres worn slightly unevenly

Pass 10 Apr 2014 40,467 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Apr 2013 39,936 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 38,588 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2011 37,338 miles

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

Pass 14 Apr 2010 35,502 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2009 31,177 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2008 30,170 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 VHA is a 2005 BMW R1200 in Red with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 VHA, 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 VHA registered?

RE05 VHA is a 2005 BMW R1200, first registered on 4 March 2005.

Is RE05 VHA safe to buy?

The MOT history for RE05 VHA shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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