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GX05 TVY

2005 BMW R1200

Grey Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

30,394 mi
Last recorded30,394 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW R120026,660 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX05 TVY
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2025 30,394 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2024 29,983 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2023 29,597 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 19 Jun 2023 29,597 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam bulb replaced (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 28 Apr 2021 29,270 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2019 28,700 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 28,656 miles
Pass 27 May 2017 28,415 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2016 28,266 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 27,966 miles
Pass 31 May 2014 27,785 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 27,739 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 27,669 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 27,658 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 24,981 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 24,303 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 20,201 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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GX05 TVY 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 GX05 TVY, 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 GX05 TVY registered?

GX05 TVY is a 2005 BMW R1200, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is GX05 TVY safe to buy?

The MOT history for GX05 TVY 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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