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SP54 GKU

2005 BMW R1200

Blue Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2021
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

63,161 mi
Last recorded63,161 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2019
Typical for 2005 BMW R120026,660 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP54 GKU
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2019 63,161 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 61,955 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2017 57,741 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 52,454 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2015 51,409 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2014 50,240 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Fail 10 Jan 2014 50,240 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 1 Feb 2013 48,747 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2012 44,318 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 13 Feb 2012 44,318 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2011 42,121 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2010 33,451 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2009 26,935 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 25 Jan 2008 19,681 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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SP54 GKU is a 2005 BMW R1200 in Blue with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 SP54 GKU, 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 SP54 GKU registered?

SP54 GKU is a 2005 BMW R1200, first registered on 20 January 2005.

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