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YG55 BGK

2005 BMW R1200

Blue Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Feb 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

27,237 mi
Last recorded27,237 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW R120026,660 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG55 BGK
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2026 27,237 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2024 25,419 miles

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

Pass 17 Oct 2023 22,985 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Oct 2022 21,469 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2021 18,226 miles

Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort FRONT AND REAR (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 25 Aug 2020 17,329 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 27 Aug 2019 16,705 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 15,721 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 14,536 miles

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

Pass 7 Aug 2015 14,069 miles

rear drive bush / bearing slight play

Pass 19 Jun 2014 13,771 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Pass 4 Jun 2013 12,300 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2013 12,254 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 8 Mar 2011 11,117 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2009 7,846 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2008 7,421 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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YG55 BGK is a 2005 BMW R1200 in Blue 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 YG55 BGK, 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 YG55 BGK registered?

YG55 BGK is a 2005 BMW R1200, first registered on 15 September 2005.

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