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LF05 XLX

2005 BMW R1200

Grey Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jun 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

94,693 mi
Last recorded94,693 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW R120026,660 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF05 XLX
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2026 94,693 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Apr 2025 93,385 miles

Central Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 3 Oct 2023 92,955 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2023 92,955 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Feb 2022 91,295 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2021 85,327 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Feb 2020 78,787 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2019 72,815 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Feb 2018 67,307 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2016 60,736 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2015 55,666 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured bulb (1.5.1b)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured bulb (1.5.1b)

Pass 4 Nov 2014 49,605 miles

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

Pass 1 Mar 2013 45,403 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 44,358 miles

Front tyre starting to wear out of profile.

Pass 24 Feb 2011 42,384 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Pass 2 Mar 2010 37,507 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2008 30,178 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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LF05 XLX 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 LF05 XLX, 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 LF05 XLX registered?

LF05 XLX is a 2005 BMW R1200, first registered on 9 March 2005.

Is LF05 XLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF05 XLX 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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