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RK05 DFV

2005 BMW R1200

Grey Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Dec 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

48,042 mi
Last recorded48,042 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW R120026,660 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK05 DFV
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2025 48,042 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2025 48,042 miles

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour white (4.4.3 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front All position lamps light intensity obviously reduced not working (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 29 Oct 2024 45,515 miles

Rear Tyre has a cut not deep enough to reach ply or cords

Pass 6 Oct 2023 38,929 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 5 Sep 2022 35,337 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 10 Aug 2021 31,487 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2020 31,278 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2019 30,410 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Mar 2018 29,495 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2017 28,154 miles

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

Pass 11 Mar 2016 26,026 miles

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

Pass 12 Mar 2015 24,924 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 22,100 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 19,877 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 11,303 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2010 9,763 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2009 7,988 miles
Pass 22 May 2008 6,998 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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RK05 DFV is a 2005 BMW R1200 in Grey with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 RK05 DFV, 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 RK05 DFV registered?

RK05 DFV is a 2005 BMW R1200, first registered on 24 March 2005.

Is RK05 DFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for RK05 DFV shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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