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VE05 EOY

2005 BMW R1200

Yellow Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Oct 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

41,983 mi
Last recorded41,983 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW R120026,660 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE05 EOY
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2005
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2025 41,983 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 4 Oct 2024 41,616 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 30 Sep 2023 40,779 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2022 39,346 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2021 38,714 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2021 38,708 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2019 38,587 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play Final drive pivot bearing has play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 18 May 2018 38,359 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 38,190 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Jul 2016 37,539 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Jun 2015 36,706 miles

Slight movement/play from rear hub pivot

Pass 3 Jul 2014 35,311 miles

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

Fail 18 Jun 2013 33,917 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 18 Jun 2013 33,917 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 32,948 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2011 32,092 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2010 28,785 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2009 21,603 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2008 14,768 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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VE05 EOY is a 2005 BMW R1200 in Yellow with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 VE05 EOY, 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 VE05 EOY registered?

VE05 EOY is a 2005 BMW R1200, first registered on 9 July 2005.

Is VE05 EOY safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE05 EOY shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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