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FV05 XSB

2005 BMW R1200

Yellow Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jul 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

40,619 mi
Last recorded40,619 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW R120026,660 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV05 XSB
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2005
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2026 40,619 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2023 40,610 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2022 40,601 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2020 40,576 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2019 40,263 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2018 39,696 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2017 39,249 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2016 37,801 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 36,449 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2014 33,194 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2014 33,128 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2013 30,344 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2012 26,720 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 22 Sep 2011 26,024 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 15 Sep 2010 24,112 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 15 Sep 2010 24,112 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 20 Jul 2009 20,406 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 5 Jul 2008 18,026 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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FV05 XSB is a 2005 BMW R1200 in Yellow with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 FV05 XSB, 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 FV05 XSB registered?

FV05 XSB is a 2005 BMW R1200, first registered on 29 June 2005.

Is FV05 XSB safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV05 XSB shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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