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VE05 YRX

2005 BMW R1200

Grey Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jun 2027
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

50,305 mi
Last recorded50,305 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW R120026,660 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE05 YRX
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 10 Jun 2026 50,305 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Apr 2025 49,297 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2024 48,194 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2023 48,031 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2022 47,839 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2021 46,873 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 May 2019 46,126 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 44,688 miles

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 9 May 2017 43,587 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 40,103 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 37,703 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2014 33,651 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 30,436 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jun 2012 24,635 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2011 23,470 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2010 21,682 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2009 19,223 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2008 12,831 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 YRX is a 2005 BMW R1200 in Grey with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 YRX, 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 YRX registered?

VE05 YRX is a 2005 BMW R1200, first registered on 29 July 2005.

Is VE05 YRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE05 YRX shows 18 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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