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YP55 DVB

2005 BMW R1200GS

Red Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Oct 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

119,000 mi
Last recorded119,000 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW R1200GS38,702 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP55 DVB
MakeBMW
ModelR1200GS
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2025 119,000 miles

Nearside Rear Footrest slightly loose Short (6.2.12 (a))

Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Oct 2024 106,398 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play Also drive rumbly (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear drive hub bearing (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Oct 2024 106,398 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play Also drive rumbly (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear drive hub bearing (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Oct 2023 90,124 miles

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

Pass 27 Oct 2022 67,775 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2021 65,353 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2021 65,353 miles

Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 8 Jun 2019 64,794 miles
Pass 30 May 2018 60,258 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 47,364 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2016 47,084 miles
Pass 9 May 2015 46,474 miles
Fail 9 May 2015 46,474 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 6 May 2014 45,584 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2014 45,565 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2012 40,129 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2011 36,277 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2010 32,531 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 25 Oct 2010 32,531 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2009 27,989 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2008 23,431 miles

How Reliable is the BMW R1200GS?

Based on 1,384 MOT tests across 136 vehicles.

91.2%
Pass Rate
1,628
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
136
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 4
Headlamp aim too high 3
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 2
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YP55 DVB is a 2005 BMW R1200GS in Red with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 2005 BMW R1200GS models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.4% with a typical mileage of 38,702 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 R1200GS fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 4 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YP55 DVB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW R1200GS typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 21 years old, this BMW R1200GS is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was YP55 DVB registered?

YP55 DVB is a 2005 BMW R1200GS, first registered on 24 November 2005.

Is YP55 DVB safe to buy?

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