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YA05 PKK

2005 BMW R1200

Red Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Aug 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

16,190 mi
Last recorded16,190 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW R120026,660 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYA05 PKK
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2025 16,190 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 7 Aug 2024 15,801 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2023 15,722 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2022 15,674 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 17 Aug 2021 15,610 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Oil leak around sump area

Pass 14 Aug 2020 15,464 miles

Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit x3 Pads OK, Offside inner pad is close to minimum wear (1.1.13 (a))

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

Pass 5 Aug 2019 15,333 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2019 15,333 miles

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected Throttle sticking open on full lock and when bars are straight (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Jul 2018 15,096 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2017 14,799 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2016 14,424 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2015 14,241 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 14,103 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 6 Aug 2013 13,296 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2012 12,627 miles

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 3 Aug 2011 11,308 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2010 10,508 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 9,780 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2008 8,544 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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YA05 PKK is a 2005 BMW R1200 in Red with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 YA05 PKK, 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.

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What year was YA05 PKK registered?

YA05 PKK is a 2005 BMW R1200, first registered on 15 July 2005.

Is YA05 PKK safe to buy?

The MOT history for YA05 PKK shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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