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SB55 MDO

2005 BMW R1200

Grey Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jun 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

32,160 mi
Last recorded32,160 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW R120026,660 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB55 MDO
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 32,160 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2025 29,356 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2025 29,344 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Mar 2024 23,600 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2023 22,393 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2022 21,374 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 21,335 miles

abs warning on

Pass 9 Apr 2015 21,172 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 3 May 2014 20,887 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2013 20,518 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 20,253 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2011 18,007 miles

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

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

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

Pass 29 Mar 2010 14,361 miles

Centre Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

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

Pass 9 Apr 2009 11,461 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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SB55 MDO is a 2005 BMW R1200 in Grey with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 SB55 MDO, 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 SB55 MDO registered?

SB55 MDO is a 2005 BMW R1200, first registered on 8 December 2005.

Is SB55 MDO safe to buy?

The MOT history for SB55 MDO shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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