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YP05 MVU

2005 BMW R1200

Silver Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

8,428 mi
Last recorded8,428 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW R120026,660 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP05 MVU
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 May 2026 8,428 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2025 8,426 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2024 8,265 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2023 8,146 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2022 7,429 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2021 6,457 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2021 6,457 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Aug 2020 6,016 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2019 5,732 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2018 4,049 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 4,042 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2016 3,991 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2016 3,976 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 3 Jun 2015 3,708 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 3,510 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 3,266 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 3,077 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 2,904 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2010 2,720 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 2,532 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 2,242 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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YP05 MVU is a 2005 BMW R1200 in Silver with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 YP05 MVU, 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

How do I check the history of YP05 MVU?

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What year was YP05 MVU registered?

YP05 MVU is a 2005 BMW R1200, first registered on 1 July 2005.

Is YP05 MVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YP05 MVU shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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