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ST54 WVF

2005 BMW R1200

Grey Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2023
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

167,393 mi
Last recorded167,393 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2022
Typical for 2005 BMW R120026,660 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationST54 WVF
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2022 167,393 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2021 154,474 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2020 145,159 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2019 133,865 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2019 133,845 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 17 Aug 2018 108,306 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2017 101,356 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 4 Oct 2016 78,854 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 20 Oct 2015 59,634 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2014 41,084 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 17 Oct 2013 31,447 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2012 28,362 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 27,533 miles

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

Pass 11 Mar 2011 20,767 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2011 20,749 miles

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

front tyre wearing on the edges

two fasteners missing left hand panel

Pass 26 Feb 2010 16,547 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2009 15,779 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Fail 1 Feb 2008 14,096 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 1 Feb 2008 14,096 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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ST54 WVF is a 2005 BMW R1200 in Grey with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 ST54 WVF, 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 ST54 WVF registered?

ST54 WVF is a 2005 BMW R1200, first registered on 16 February 2005.

Is ST54 WVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for ST54 WVF shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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