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LX05 XXF

2005 BMW R1200

Red Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2026
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

40,904 mi
Last recorded40,904 miles
Recorded on17 May 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW R120026,660 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX05 XXF
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 17 May 2025 40,904 miles
Pass 4 May 2024 38,680 miles
Pass 20 May 2023 36,589 miles
Pass 14 May 2022 34,886 miles
Pass 18 May 2019 33,651 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 32,683 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2017 31,401 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2016 31,400 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 10 Mar 2015 28,052 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 28,005 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2013 27,780 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2012 26,814 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 23,914 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2010 23,225 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2009 20,858 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2008 17,990 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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LX05 XXF is a 2005 BMW R1200 in Red with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 LX05 XXF, 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 LX05 XXF registered?

LX05 XXF is a 2005 BMW R1200, first registered on 8 March 2005.

Is LX05 XXF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LX05 XXF shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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