MOT Status
ValidMileage
51,568 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Rear Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)
How Reliable is the BMW R1200?
Based on 133,237 MOT tests across 17,003 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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CA05 ALE is a 2008 BMW R1200 in Blue with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.
Across all 2008 BMW R1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.5% with a typical mileage of 24,274 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 CA05 ALE, 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 18 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 CA05 ALE?
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What year was CA05 ALE registered?
CA05 ALE is a 2008 BMW R1200, first registered on 15 March 2008.
Is CA05 ALE safe to buy?
The MOT history for CA05 ALE shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does CA05 ALE have outstanding finance?
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