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VN54 AWG

2005 BMW R1200

Grey Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2016
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

62,989 mi
Last recorded62,989 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2015
Typical for 2005 BMW R120026,660 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN54 AWG
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2015 62,989 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 62,287 miles

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 15 Mar 2013 61,049 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 55,299 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 48,507 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2011 48,507 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 31 Mar 2010 44,202 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2009 37,251 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2008 26,843 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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VN54 AWG is a 2005 BMW R1200 in Grey with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VN54 AWG, 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 VN54 AWG registered?

VN54 AWG is a 2005 BMW R1200, first registered on 21 February 2005.

Is VN54 AWG safe to buy?

The MOT history for VN54 AWG 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.

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