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SP05 XKM

2005 BMW R1200

Blue Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Sep 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

46,331 mi
Last recorded46,331 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW R120026,660 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP05 XKM
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2025 46,331 miles

Offside Front Shaft Drive gaitor (front) seriously perished and split. (Not opening to elements)

Offside Rear Shaft Drive gaitor (Rear) seriously perished and split (Not opening to elements)

Pass 14 Apr 2022 42,887 miles

Rear Position lamp damaged but function not impaired slightly loose (4.2.1 (b))

Pass 7 May 2021 42,398 miles

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

Pass 28 Jan 2020 40,685 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2018 39,849 miles

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Rear Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced frame sections (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 25 Jul 2016 39,124 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 38,893 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2014 38,730 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2013 38,353 miles

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

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

slight play at swingarm / drive shaft

Fail 19 Jul 2013 38,343 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

slight play at swingarm / drive shaft

Pass 17 Jul 2012 33,927 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2011 28,132 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2010 22,729 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2009 17,371 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2008 7,869 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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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SP05 XKM is a 2005 BMW R1200 in Blue with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 SP05 XKM, 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 SP05 XKM registered?

SP05 XKM is a 2005 BMW R1200, first registered on 1 April 2005.

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