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VE05 GXC

2005 BMW R1200

Silver Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2019
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

180,695 mi
Last recorded180,695 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2018
Typical for 2005 BMW R120026,660 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE05 GXC
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2018 180,695 miles

Brake failure warning light illuminated on instrument panel

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

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

Fail 9 Jun 2018 180,688 miles

Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake failure warning light illuminated on instrument panel

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

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

Pass 6 Jun 2017 174,810 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2016 162,634 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 30 May 2015 148,109 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 133,056 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2013 117,250 miles

Brake failure warning light flashing on dash. Brakes appear OK

Pass 6 Jan 2012 98,244 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2011 76,446 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2009 59,315 miles

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

Pass 22 Jul 2008 34,270 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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VE05 GXC is a 2005 BMW R1200 in Silver with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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

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 VE05 GXC, 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 VE05 GXC registered?

VE05 GXC is a 2005 BMW R1200, first registered on 23 June 2005.

Is VE05 GXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE05 GXC shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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