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ST55 UFZ

2005 BMW R1200

Red Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2026
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

18,004 mi
Last recorded18,004 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW R120026,660 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationST55 UFZ
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2025 18,004 miles

Offside Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 24 May 2022 17,967 miles

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

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

Fail 24 May 2022 17,967 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 1 Jun 2018 17,607 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2016 17,012 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2016 16,936 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 25 May 2015 16,819 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 25 May 2015 16,819 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 20 May 2014 16,331 miles
Fail 22 May 2013 15,425 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 22 May 2013 15,425 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 14,468 miles
Fail 7 May 2011 13,151 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 7 May 2011 13,151 miles
Pass 4 May 2010 11,571 miles

warning light on dash

Fail 12 Apr 2010 11,454 miles

Nearside Front Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

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

Pass 21 Apr 2009 10,000 miles

n/s mirror touching screen on right hand lock

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 UFZ is a 2005 BMW R1200 in Red with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 ST55 UFZ, 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 UFZ registered?

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

Is ST55 UFZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for ST55 UFZ shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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