Bimota SB6 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Bimota SB6 car check
Is the Bimota SB6 reliable? We analysed 832 real MOT tests across 134 vehicles to find out.
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The Bimota SB6 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies and tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Bimota SB6.
Bimota SB6 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Bimota SB6. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Bimota SB6 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Bimota SB6 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Bimota SB6 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Bimota SB6 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Bimota SB6 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Bimota SB6 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Bimota SB6 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Bimota SB6 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | 115 | 82.6% | 5,285 | 10,970 | 16,431 |
| 2001 | 67 | 91.0% | 4,631 | 5,682 | 12,112 |
| 2000 | 164 | 87.2% | 3,471 | 7,044 | 13,131 |
| 1998 | 125 | 87.2% | 5,164 | 8,768 | 12,315 |
| 1997 | 140 | 90.7% | 4,376 | 6,342 | 10,181 |
| 1996 | 72 | 76.4% | 11,484 | 17,763 | 20,255 |
| 1995 | 55 | 92.7% | 11,013 | 23,249 | 34,083 |
How Long Does a Bimota SB6 Last?
Based on 134 Bimota SB6 vehicles on UK roads.
Bimota SB6 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Bimota SB6 MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Bimota SB6
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
92.7% MOT pass rate from 55 tests
76.4% MOT pass rate from 72 tests
The best year to buy a used Bimota SB6 is 1995, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 92.7% across 55 tests. The 1996 model year has the lowest pass rate at 76.4% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Bimota SB6 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bimota SB6 THIS CAR | 87.3% | 832 | 9,495 mi | 31 yrs |
| Audi A3 SE Technik TDI | 95% | 1,372 | 78,422 mi | — yrs |
| BMW X5 M50D Auto | 89% | 889 | 60,302 mi | — yrs |
| Audi A4 S Line Black Edition + TDI | 89.6% | 491 | 80,667 mi | — yrs |
| BMW F 900 Xr | 94% | 585 | 7,092 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Audi A3 SE Technik TDI (95.0% pass rate) and the BMW X5 M50D Auto (89.0% pass rate), the Bimota SB6 trails behind on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Bimota SB6Should you buy a used Bimota SB6?
The Bimota SB6 has an overall MOT pass rate of 87.3% across 832 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Bimota SB6 are shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (11 recorded failures), stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (10), and tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (7). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Bimota SB6 owner drives around 361 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Bimota SB6 models stay on UK roads for around 31 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.