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YF54 CEX

2005 BMW R1200

Grey Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

44,189 mi
Last recorded44,189 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW R120026,660 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF54 CEX
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2017 44,189 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2016 43,230 miles

Abs has been permanently disconnected

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members Slight knocking from front suspention possibly fork internals can't feel any play (2.3.4)

Fail 6 Apr 2016 43,230 miles

Abs has been permanently disconnected

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members Slight knocking from front suspention possibly fork internals can't feel any play (2.3.4)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 24 Jul 2015 41,259 miles

abs light on (half painted out)

Pass 22 Jul 2014 39,238 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

brake failure light flashing ridden and abs not working

Fail 22 Jul 2014 39,238 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

brake failure light flashing ridden and abs not working

Fail 21 May 2013 36,453 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2013 36,453 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 35,713 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2011 34,477 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 27 Jan 2010 28,607 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2009 28,607 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2008 23,380 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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YF54 CEX is a 2005 BMW R1200 in Grey with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 YF54 CEX, 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 YF54 CEX registered?

YF54 CEX is a 2005 BMW R1200, first registered on 15 February 2005.

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