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FL05 TXM

2005 BMW R1200

Red Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Mar 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

66,088 mi
Last recorded66,088 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW R120026,660 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL05 TXM
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2026 66,088 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2025 57,487 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 12 Mar 2024 48,671 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2023 39,101 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2022 29,540 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2021 23,941 miles

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

Fail 24 Feb 2021 23,941 miles

Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 11 Mar 2020 23,817 miles

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

Fail 11 Mar 2020 23,817 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 12 Mar 2019 20,072 miles

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

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

Fail 12 Mar 2019 20,072 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 9 Mar 2018 18,980 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored both (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn both (3.2.A1l)

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

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

shaft drive gaiter perished

Pass 14 Mar 2017 18,377 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored both (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn both (3.2.A1l)

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

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

Pass 14 Mar 2016 17,952 miles

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

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

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

Pass 26 Feb 2015 17,255 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Feb 2014 16,670 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

handlebar muffs fitted

Pass 30 Jan 2013 15,961 miles

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

handlebar muffs fitted

Pass 14 Feb 2012 14,668 miles

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

Pass 2 Feb 2011 11,332 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2010 9,473 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2009 7,254 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2008 5,557 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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FL05 TXM is a 2005 BMW R1200 in Red with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 FL05 TXM, 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 FL05 TXM registered?

FL05 TXM is a 2005 BMW R1200, first registered on 5 April 2005.

Is FL05 TXM safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL05 TXM shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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