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VU55 XUA

2005 BMW R1200

Silver Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Nov 2026
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

42,235 mi
Last recorded42,235 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW R120026,660 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU55 XUA
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 11 Oct 2025 42,235 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2024 40,279 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2023 38,077 miles

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

Pass 3 Nov 2022 37,128 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2022 33,704 miles

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

Pass 14 Jan 2021 31,326 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2020 30,701 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2019 27,710 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2017 27,347 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 25,928 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2015 25,007 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2011 23,048 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2010 19,771 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2008 17,729 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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VU55 XUA is a 2005 BMW R1200 in Silver with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 VU55 XUA, 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

How do I check the history of VU55 XUA?

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What year was VU55 XUA registered?

VU55 XUA is a 2005 BMW R1200, first registered on 15 September 2005.

Is VU55 XUA safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU55 XUA shows 14 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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