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Y2 EDB

2005 BMW R1200

Yellow Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

16,414 mi
Last recorded16,414 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW R120026,660 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY2 EDB
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2005
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2025 16,414 miles
Pass 7 May 2024 16,386 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2023 16,295 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2022 16,121 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2021 15,676 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2020 15,330 miles

Rear Inner brake pad slightly worn

Pass 15 Feb 2019 15,207 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2018 14,365 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2017 13,765 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2016 13,174 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 10,901 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 8,192 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2011 7,546 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2010 6,844 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2009 6,313 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2009 6,313 miles

Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.6)

Pass 28 Mar 2008 5,573 miles

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

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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Y2 EDB is a 2005 BMW R1200 in Yellow with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 Y2 EDB, 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 Y2 EDB registered?

Y2 EDB is a 2005 BMW R1200, first registered on 19 March 2005.

Is Y2 EDB safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y2 EDB shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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