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VK05 WVL

2005 BMW R1200

Blue Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2018
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

28,838 mi
Last recorded28,838 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW R120026,660 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK05 WVL
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 17 Jul 2017 28,838 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 28,831 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 28,781 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2014 28,637 miles

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

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

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

Pass 6 Aug 2013 27,814 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 27,257 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2011 26,376 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2010 24,848 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2009 23,099 miles

l/h front engine crash protector bolt missing

Pass 21 Jul 2008 21,604 miles

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

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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VK05 WVL is a 2005 BMW R1200 in Blue with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 VK05 WVL, 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 VK05 WVL registered?

VK05 WVL is a 2005 BMW R1200, first registered on 23 July 2005.

Is VK05 WVL safe to buy?

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