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YC55 FRD

2005 BMW R1200

Grey Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

44,334 mi
Last recorded44,334 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW R120026,660 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC55 FRD
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2025 44,334 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2023 44,090 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2022 42,155 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2021 40,869 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2019 39,569 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2018 38,563 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2017 31,695 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2016 23,711 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 19,644 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2014 18,793 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2013 17,911 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 16,913 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2011 15,967 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 21 Apr 2011 15,967 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2009 14,153 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2008 12,455 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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YC55 FRD is a 2005 BMW R1200 in Grey with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 YC55 FRD, 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 YC55 FRD registered?

YC55 FRD is a 2005 BMW R1200, first registered on 21 December 2005.

Is YC55 FRD safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC55 FRD shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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