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VU05 OVX

2005 BMW R1200

Blue Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2020
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

34,389 mi
Last recorded34,389 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2019
Typical for 2005 BMW R120026,660 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU05 OVX
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 14 Feb 2019 34,389 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2017 34,207 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2017 31,621 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 29,216 miles

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

Pass 10 Mar 2015 26,674 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2014 23,428 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2013 19,895 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2012 15,090 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2011 12,164 miles

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

Pass 2 Mar 2010 7,211 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2008 6,599 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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VU05 OVX is a 2005 BMW R1200 in Blue with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 VU05 OVX, 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 VU05 OVX registered?

VU05 OVX is a 2005 BMW R1200, first registered on 15 April 2005.

Is VU05 OVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU05 OVX shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VU05 OVX have outstanding finance?

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