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SW05 PKC

2005 BMW R1200

Silver Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Mar 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

51,145 mi
Last recorded51,145 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW R120026,660 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW05 PKC
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2026 51,145 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2025 50,770 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Feb 2024 49,175 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2023 45,006 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2022 39,468 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2020 39,042 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2019 38,159 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 37,904 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2018 37,904 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2017 37,339 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2016 36,973 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 36,393 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 35,699 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 35,698 miles

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

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 7 Aug 2013 35,549 miles

Centre Rear Lower Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Centre Rear Lower Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 19 Jul 2012 34,480 miles

Rear tyre some wear

Pass 25 Jul 2011 32,186 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2010 28,661 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2009 22,452 miles

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 14 Aug 2008 20,345 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 PKC is a 2005 BMW R1200 in Silver with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 PKC, 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 PKC registered?

SW05 PKC is a 2005 BMW R1200, first registered on 19 August 2005.

Is SW05 PKC safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW05 PKC shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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