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LB05 XVN

2005 BMW R1200

Yellow Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

46,983 mi
Last recorded46,983 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW R120026,660 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB05 XVN
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2005
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 May 2026 46,983 miles
Pass 13 May 2025 42,832 miles
Pass 21 May 2024 39,174 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2023 37,103 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Mar 2022 32,566 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2021 26,921 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Mar 2020 21,574 miles

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

Pass 5 Apr 2019 17,962 miles
Pass 19 May 2018 16,451 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2016 15,430 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 15,106 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2015 15,106 miles

Registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 14 Jun 2014 14,302 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 12,942 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Pass 16 Mar 2012 11,838 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 11,052 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2010 9,954 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2009 9,422 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2008 7,813 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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LB05 XVN is a 2005 BMW R1200 in Yellow with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 LB05 XVN, 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 LB05 XVN?

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What year was LB05 XVN registered?

LB05 XVN is a 2005 BMW R1200, first registered on 29 July 2005.

Is LB05 XVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for LB05 XVN shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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