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VE05 GXD

2005 BMW R1200

Red Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2022
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

48,635 mi
Last recorded48,635 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2021
Typical for 2005 BMW R120026,660 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE05 GXD
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2021 48,635 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2020 48,630 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2019 48,593 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2018 48,502 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2017 47,913 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 47,038 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2016 40,722 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Front Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Rear wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.4.A.2c)

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

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Front position lamp obscured but not more than 50% (1.1.1d)

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Pass 8 Jul 2015 44,634 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 28 Oct 2014 44,564 miles

Headlamp aim headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Vin number slightly corroded.

Pass 28 Oct 2013 43,551 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2013 43,487 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2012 43,414 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2011 42,717 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2010 41,809 miles

Rear wheel/ diff bearings have play

Pass 4 Apr 2009 40,584 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2008 38,416 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 GXD is a 2005 BMW R1200 in Red with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 GXD, 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 VE05 GXD registered?

VE05 GXD is a 2005 BMW R1200, first registered on 23 June 2005.

Is VE05 GXD safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE05 GXD shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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