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LF05 XLY

2005 BMW R1150

Red Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Apr 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

48,510 mi
Last recorded48,510 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW R115025,564 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF05 XLY
MakeBMW
ModelR1150
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2026 48,510 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2026 48,510 miles

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Apr 2025 47,508 miles
Pass 23 May 2024 46,618 miles
Pass 24 May 2023 45,141 miles
Fail 16 May 2023 45,117 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 3 May 2022 44,759 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2020 41,859 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2019 37,858 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2018 34,044 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2017 23,446 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 22,721 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 3 Sep 2015 21,777 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 20,001 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 18,409 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 16,192 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 14,035 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 11,672 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 11 May 2009 9,244 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 5,841 miles

How Reliable is the BMW R1150?

Based on 51,143 MOT tests across 3,967 vehicles.

91.0%
Pass Rate
1,399
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
3,967
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 623
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 224
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 179
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 105
Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick 86
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LF05 XLY is a 2005 BMW R1150 in Red with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2005 BMW R1150 models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.7% with a typical mileage of 25,564 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 R1150 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 623 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LF05 XLY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW R1150 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 21 years old, this BMW R1150 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LF05 XLY registered?

LF05 XLY is a 2005 BMW R1150, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is LF05 XLY safe to buy?

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