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ST55 RFL

2005 BMW R1200

Grey Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

59,521 mi
Last recorded59,521 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW R120026,660 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationST55 RFL
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2025 59,521 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2023 58,901 miles

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

Fail 28 Mar 2023 58,901 miles

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

Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 25 Mar 2022 57,265 miles

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

Pass 12 Mar 2021 56,820 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2020 56,706 miles

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

Pass 8 Mar 2019 56,079 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2019 56,079 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Mar 2018 55,936 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2017 55,472 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2017 55,472 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 4 Mar 2016 54,231 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2016 54,231 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 2 Mar 2015 47,322 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2014 41,052 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2013 34,066 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 27,372 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2011 21,131 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2010 15,139 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2010 15,131 miles

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 12 Mar 2009 10,410 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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ST55 RFL is a 2005 BMW R1200 in Grey with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 ST55 RFL, 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 ST55 RFL registered?

ST55 RFL is a 2005 BMW R1200, first registered on 16 December 2005.

Is ST55 RFL safe to buy?

The MOT history for ST55 RFL shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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