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SP55 XYL

2005 BMW R1200

White Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 May 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

77,150 mi
Last recorded77,150 miles
Recorded on2 May 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW R120026,660 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP55 XYL
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 May 2026 77,150 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2025 74,793 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2024 74,459 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2023 74,258 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Apr 2022 72,729 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2021 68,849 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2020 63,854 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2019 60,454 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2019 60,454 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 2 Dec 2017 59,945 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2016 57,626 miles

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

Pass 25 Nov 2015 57,205 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2014 50,565 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 12 Sep 2013 47,511 miles

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

Pass 13 Sep 2012 41,326 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 31,614 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 30,026 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2009 27,747 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2008 24,672 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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SP55 XYL is a 2005 BMW R1200 in White with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 SP55 XYL, 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 SP55 XYL registered?

SP55 XYL is a 2005 BMW R1200, first registered on 17 September 2005.

Is SP55 XYL safe to buy?

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