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SW05 HFY

2005 BMW R1200

Red Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

32,277 mi
Last recorded32,277 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW R120026,660 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW05 HFY
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 15 May 2026 32,277 miles
Pass 14 May 2025 32,191 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2024 31,968 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2022 31,694 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2021 30,818 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2020 29,180 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2019 27,844 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2018 24,662 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2017 22,077 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2016 19,105 miles

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

Pass 30 Jul 2015 14,867 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2014 14,474 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 14,323 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 14,217 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 14,093 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2009 13,846 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2008 10,216 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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SW05 HFY is a 2005 BMW R1200 in Red with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 SW05 HFY, 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

How do I check the history of SW05 HFY?

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What year was SW05 HFY registered?

SW05 HFY is a 2005 BMW R1200, first registered on 25 June 2005.

Is SW05 HFY safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW05 HFY shows 17 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SW05 HFY have outstanding finance?

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