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SY06 EJX

2005 BMW R1200

Yellow Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2020
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

49,723 mi
Last recorded49,723 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2019
Typical for 2005 BMW R120026,660 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY06 EJX
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2005
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2019 49,723 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 11 Mar 2019 49,723 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Mar 2018 49,723 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2017 47,357 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2016 41,537 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2015 32,910 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 32,855 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 31,717 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 30,925 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2010

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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SY06 EJX is a 2005 BMW R1200 in Yellow with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SY06 EJX, 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.

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What year was SY06 EJX registered?

SY06 EJX is a 2005 BMW R1200, first registered on 31 December 2005.

Is SY06 EJX safe to buy?

The MOT history for SY06 EJX shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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