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YF05 ZVR

2005 BMW R1200

Red Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 May 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

27,676 mi
Last recorded27,676 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW R120026,660 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF05 ZVR
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2026 27,676 miles
Pass 3 May 2025 27,113 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2024 26,729 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2023 26,296 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2022 26,085 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2021 25,121 miles

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

Fail 27 Mar 2021 25,105 miles

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

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

Pass 14 Mar 2020 233,694 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2019 20,328 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2019 20,328 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Nov 2018 18,900 miles

Rear Nail in rear tyre

Pass 19 Jul 2017 15,923 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 14,991 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 14,203 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 19 Jun 2014 13,222 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 11,617 miles

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

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

Fail 28 Jun 2012 10,334 miles

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 28 Jun 2012 10,334 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 8,228 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 6,438 miles
Pass 18 May 2009 5,643 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 4,791 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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YF05 ZVR is a 2005 BMW R1200 in Red with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 YF05 ZVR, 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 YF05 ZVR registered?

YF05 ZVR is a 2005 BMW R1200, first registered on 17 June 2005.

Is YF05 ZVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for YF05 ZVR shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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