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LX05 XXC

2005 BMW R1200GS

Yellow Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Sep 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

40,717 mi
Last recorded40,717 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW R1200GS38,702 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX05 XXC
MakeBMW
ModelR1200GS
Year2005
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2025 40,717 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2024 39,899 miles

Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort Front and rear (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Jun 2024 39,651 miles

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2023 33,170 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2022 31,695 miles
Pass 27 May 2020 30,455 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2019 27,678 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2018 27,199 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2017 25,437 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2016 23,854 miles

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

Pass 17 Feb 2015 22,046 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2014 21,741 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2013 19,847 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2012 18,979 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2011 16,882 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2010 14,141 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2009 11,970 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2008 8,233 miles

How Reliable is the BMW R1200GS?

Based on 1,384 MOT tests across 136 vehicles.

91.2%
Pass Rate
1,628
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
136
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 4
Headlamp aim too high 3
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 2
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LX05 XXC is a 2005 BMW R1200GS in Yellow with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 2005 BMW R1200GS models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.4% with a typical mileage of 38,702 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW R1200GS fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 4 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LX05 XXC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW R1200GS typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 21 years old, this BMW R1200GS is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LX05 XXC registered?

LX05 XXC is a 2005 BMW R1200GS, first registered on 8 March 2005.

Is LX05 XXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for LX05 XXC shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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