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SP05 MDZ

2005 BMW R1200

Red Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

45,732 mi
Last recorded45,732 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW R120026,660 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP05 MDZ
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2025 45,732 miles

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

Pass 12 Jul 2024 42,178 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2023 40,275 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Apr 2022 36,967 miles

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

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

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 20 Feb 2021 34,373 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2021 34,373 miles

Stop lamp missing (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 May 2019 32,871 miles

Front Suspension arm ball joint worn, but not excessively on arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 May 2018 30,866 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2016 28,601 miles

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion monitor (2.3.3)

Pass 25 May 2015 26,796 miles
Pass 10 May 2014 25,394 miles
Pass 18 May 2013 24,494 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 23,906 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 22,769 miles
Pass 25 May 2009 18,799 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2008 15,276 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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SP05 MDZ is a 2005 BMW R1200 in Red with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 SP05 MDZ, 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 SP05 MDZ registered?

SP05 MDZ is a 2005 BMW R1200, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is SP05 MDZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP05 MDZ shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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