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SY05 YBW

2005 BMW R1200GS

Blue Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2025
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

86,597 mi
Last recorded86,597 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2024
Typical for 2005 BMW R1200GS38,702 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY05 YBW
MakeBMW
ModelR1200GS
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc
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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2024 86,597 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2022 86,200 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2021 82,409 miles

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Mar 2021 82,409 miles

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Jan 2020 79,365 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2018 76,218 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2017 73,104 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2016 67,722 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 64,691 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2014 62,366 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2013 56,190 miles
Pass 5 May 2012 52,137 miles
Fail 6 May 2011 49,195 miles

Centre Front Upper Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 6 May 2011 49,195 miles
Fail 11 May 2010 45,805 miles

Centre Front Upper Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 11 May 2010 45,805 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2009 36,170 miles

Centre Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Centre Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 21 Apr 2009 36,170 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2008 23,062 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Front Horn control defective (1.7.2a)

Pass 29 Apr 2008 23,062 miles

How Reliable is the BMW R1200GS?

Based on 1,384 MOT tests across 136 vehicles.

91.2%
Pass Rate
1,628
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
136
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 4
Headlamp aim too high 3
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 2
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SY05 YBW is a 2005 BMW R1200GS in Blue with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2005 BMW R1200GS models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.4% with a typical mileage of 38,702 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a BMW R1200GS fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 4 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SY05 YBW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW R1200GS typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 21 years old, this BMW R1200GS is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SY05 YBW registered?

SY05 YBW is a 2005 BMW R1200GS, first registered on 22 August 2005.

Is SY05 YBW safe to buy?

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