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WJ05 CAE

2005 BMW R1200

Yellow Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Aug 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

11,898 mi
Last recorded11,898 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW R120026,660 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ05 CAE
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2005
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2025 11,898 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2024 10,718 miles
Pass 31 May 2018 10,709 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 10,700 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 10,250 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 6 Aug 2014 9,957 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2013 9,669 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 9,583 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 9,350 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2010 9,209 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2009 8,330 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2008 8,187 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2008 8,187 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) is excessively distorted (3.2.A1m)

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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WJ05 CAE is a 2005 BMW R1200 in Yellow with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 WJ05 CAE, 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 WJ05 CAE?

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What year was WJ05 CAE registered?

WJ05 CAE is a 2005 BMW R1200, first registered on 3 March 2005.

Is WJ05 CAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for WJ05 CAE shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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