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SV05 ZWB

2005 BMW R1200

Grey Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Nov 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

55,978 mi
Last recorded55,978 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW R120026,660 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV05 ZWB
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2025 55,978 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2024 55,566 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2023 55,061 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2022 54,468 miles
Pass 21 May 2021 52,716 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2020 51,953 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 51,426 miles
Pass 26 May 2018 50,403 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 49,560 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 48,219 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 45,042 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 43,635 miles

Slight play in rear paralever bearings

Pass 28 May 2013 39,663 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Fail 21 May 2012 35,765 miles

Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Pass 21 May 2012 35,765 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 32,282 miles
Pass 8 May 2010 30,484 miles
Pass 6 May 2009 29,775 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 17,884 miles

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

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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SV05 ZWB 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 94.7%.

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 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 SV05 ZWB, 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 SV05 ZWB registered?

SV05 ZWB is a 2005 BMW R1200, first registered on 20 April 2005.

Is SV05 ZWB safe to buy?

The MOT history for SV05 ZWB shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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