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PE05 XZB

2005 BMW R1200GS

Red Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

61,628 mi
Last recorded61,628 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW R1200GS38,702 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPE05 XZB
MakeBMW
ModelR1200GS
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2025 61,628 miles

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

Pass 23 Feb 2024 56,661 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2024 56,661 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Feb 2023 52,932 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2023 52,932 miles

Rear Brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Mar 2022 51,470 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Oct 2020 51,321 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2019 50,154 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2018 49,782 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2017 49,510 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2015 48,907 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2014 47,720 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 46,905 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 46,382 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2012 46,382 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Ball joint rubber split

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 24 Apr 2010 45,352 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2010 45,352 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 28 Mar 2009 42,100 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2008 18,216 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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PE05 XZB is a 2005 BMW R1200GS in Red with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 PE05 XZB, 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 PE05 XZB registered?

PE05 XZB is a 2005 BMW R1200GS, first registered on 9 March 2005.

Is PE05 XZB safe to buy?

The MOT history for PE05 XZB shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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