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SW05 LUH

2005 BMW R1200

Red Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Feb 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

76,190 mi
Last recorded76,190 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW R120026,660 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW05 LUH
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2026 76,190 miles

Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2024 72,846 miles

slight scuffing sidewall rear n/s tyre

Pass 6 Apr 2023 68,218 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2022 65,486 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2021 61,492 miles

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

Fail 15 Mar 2021 61,454 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 12 Mar 2020 57,648 miles

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Mar 2019 53,312 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2018 50,547 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Apr 2017 45,981 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 44,169 miles

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

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 10 Apr 2015 41,083 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2014 38,030 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 35,967 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 35,220 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 33,296 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2010 30,651 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2008 22,828 miles

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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 LUH is a 2005 BMW R1200 in Red with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 LUH, 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 SW05 LUH registered?

SW05 LUH is a 2005 BMW R1200, first registered on 15 July 2005.

Is SW05 LUH safe to buy?

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