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RF05 PUK

2005 BMW R1200

Yellow Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2014
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

78,106 mi
Last recorded78,106 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2013
Typical for 2005 BMW R120026,660 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF05 PUK
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2005
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2013 78,106 miles

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

Front suspension spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.3.2b)

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

sidestand fouls on gear lever

Fail 17 Jul 2013 78,106 miles

Rear Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 13 Jul 2013 78,021 miles

Offside Rear Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

Pass 30 Jun 2012 70,891 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2011 64,859 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 16 Jul 2011 64,847 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 25 Jun 2010 58,031 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2009 48,756 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 36,053 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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RF05 PUK is a 2005 BMW R1200 in Yellow with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 RF05 PUK, 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.

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What year was RF05 PUK registered?

RF05 PUK is a 2005 BMW R1200, first registered on 21 June 2005.

Is RF05 PUK safe to buy?

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