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T4 KDO

2005 BMW R1200

Red Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Nov 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

27,722 mi
Last recorded27,722 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW R120026,660 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT4 KDO
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2025 27,722 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2024 27,221 miles

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 1 Nov 2023 26,664 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2022 25,903 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2021 25,551 miles

Rear tyre has cuts (no cords visible)

Pass 26 May 2020 25,164 miles
Pass 28 May 2019 25,060 miles
Pass 31 May 2018 24,350 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 23,244 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 21,105 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 18,989 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 15,642 miles

Cuts to rear tyre.

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Fail 20 May 2014 15,642 miles

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Cuts to rear tyre.

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Pass 22 May 2013 13,229 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 11,233 miles
Fail 20 May 2011 9,495 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 20 May 2011 9,495 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 7,434 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 12 May 2009 5,750 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2008 3,252 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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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T4 KDO is a 2005 BMW R1200 in Red with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 T4 KDO, 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 T4 KDO registered?

T4 KDO is a 2005 BMW R1200, first registered on 1 April 2005.

Is T4 KDO safe to buy?

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