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WG05 RVL

2005 BMW R1200

Yellow Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jul 2027
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

12,723 mi
Last recorded12,723 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW R120026,660 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG05 RVL
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2005
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 14 Jul 2026 12,723 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2025 10,295 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2024 10,212 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2017 7,391 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 6,786 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 6,460 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2013 4,741 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2012 3,700 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2009 3,685 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 3,312 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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WG05 RVL is a 2005 BMW R1200 in Yellow 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 WG05 RVL, 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 WG05 RVL?

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What year was WG05 RVL registered?

WG05 RVL is a 2005 BMW R1200, first registered on 14 July 2005.

Is WG05 RVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for WG05 RVL shows 10 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 WG05 RVL have outstanding finance?

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