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FY05 DXM

2005 BMW R1200

Grey Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Aug 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

30,760 mi
Last recorded30,760 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW R120026,660 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY05 DXM
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2026 30,760 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2025 28,942 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2024 26,046 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2023 23,778 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2022 23,678 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2021 22,571 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2020 21,637 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2019 20,458 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2019 19,906 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2018 16,654 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 16,632 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 16,590 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 16,503 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2010 15,838 miles

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 21 Apr 2010 15,838 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2009 15,557 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2008 12,926 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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FY05 DXM is a 2005 BMW R1200 in Grey with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 FY05 DXM, 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 FY05 DXM?

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What year was FY05 DXM registered?

FY05 DXM is a 2005 BMW R1200, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is FY05 DXM safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY05 DXM shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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