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YB05 UVT

2005 BMW R1200

Blue Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

37,867 mi
Last recorded37,867 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW R120026,660 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB05 UVT
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2025 37,867 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 10 May 2024 34,367 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 12 May 2023 32,366 miles
Pass 16 May 2022 30,605 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2021 29,870 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2020 26,656 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2020 26,624 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Jun 2019 24,504 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 22,583 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2017 21,164 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2016 19,523 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2015 18,609 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2013 18,283 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 17,013 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2012 17,013 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 17 Jun 2011 14,948 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 14,187 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2008 12,903 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2008 11,899 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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YB05 UVT is a 2005 BMW R1200 in Blue with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YB05 UVT, 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 YB05 UVT registered?

YB05 UVT is a 2005 BMW R1200, first registered on 15 July 2005.

Is YB05 UVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for YB05 UVT shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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