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TCZ 1578

2003 BMW R1200

Blue Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Feb 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

19,165 mi
Last recorded19,165 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW R120020,972 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTCZ 1578
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2026 19,165 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2025 19,102 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2023 18,944 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2021 18,576 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2017 18,351 miles

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

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged Mirror bracket loose ()

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

Pass 18 Feb 2016 17,716 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2016 17,716 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 26 Feb 2015 15,655 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2013 13,499 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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TCZ 1578 is a 2003 BMW R1200 in Blue with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2003 BMW R1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.1% with a typical mileage of 20,972 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 TCZ 1578, 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 23 years old, this BMW R1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of TCZ 1578?

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What year was TCZ 1578 registered?

TCZ 1578 is a 2003 BMW R1200, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is TCZ 1578 safe to buy?

The MOT history for TCZ 1578 shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does TCZ 1578 have outstanding finance?

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