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SW05 HZA

2005 BMW R1200

Blue Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2025
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

32,481 mi
Last recorded32,481 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2024
Typical for 2005 BMW R120026,660 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW05 HZA
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 10 Jul 2024 32,481 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2023 31,244 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2022 27,943 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2021 26,998 miles
Pass 16 May 2020 25,682 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 24,873 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 23,167 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 22,613 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 9 May 2016 22,267 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 21,635 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 20,311 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 19,367 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 15,683 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 13,966 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2009 13,884 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 11,522 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 HZA is a 2005 BMW R1200 in Blue with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 HZA, 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 HZA?

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What year was SW05 HZA registered?

SW05 HZA is a 2005 BMW R1200, first registered on 2 July 2005.

Is SW05 HZA safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW05 HZA shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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