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RF05 PWX

2005 BMW R1200

Red Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 May 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

55,265 mi
Last recorded55,265 miles
Recorded on18 May 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW R120026,660 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF05 PWX
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 May 2026 55,265 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2024 55,186 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2023 52,136 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2022 50,279 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2021 48,092 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2020 45,102 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2018 42,584 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2018 38,319 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged cracking. (4.1.2c)

Front tyre has hair line cracks in it.

Fail 26 Feb 2018 38,319 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged cracking. (4.1.2c)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front tyre has hair line cracks in it.

Pass 28 Feb 2017 36,401 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 32,927 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 30,377 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 27,440 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 25,526 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 23,069 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 20,387 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 18,239 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 14,325 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2008 12,250 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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 PWX is a 2005 BMW R1200 in Red with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 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 RF05 PWX, 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 RF05 PWX registered?

RF05 PWX is a 2005 BMW R1200, first registered on 19 April 2005.

Is RF05 PWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF05 PWX shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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