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YC55 FSF

2005 BMW R1200

Grey Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2020
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

40,461 mi
Last recorded40,461 miles
Recorded on10 May 2019
Typical for 2005 BMW R120026,660 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 May 2019 40,461 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2018 38,457 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 24 Apr 2017 36,709 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2016 34,025 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2016 34,025 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 14 Apr 2015 31,260 miles

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

Pass 11 Oct 2013 28,030 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2012 25,492 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2011 23,797 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2010 17,277 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2008 12,441 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 FSF is a 2005 BMW R1200 in Grey with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 YC55 FSF, 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 FSF registered?

YC55 FSF is a 2005 BMW R1200, first registered on 11 November 2005.

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The MOT history for YC55 FSF shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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