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AF56 MOV

2006 BMW R1200

Black Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

37,197 mi
Last recorded37,197 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW R120025,586 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF56 MOV
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 37,197 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2023 37,094 miles

Front Steering operation insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.4 (e))

Pass 24 Sep 2022 36,926 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2021 36,854 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 25 Sep 2020 36,727 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2019 36,509 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2018 36,391 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2017 35,634 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2016 34,602 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2015 33,591 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2015 33,591 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 27 Sep 2014 32,506 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

tyres mismatched

Fail 24 Sep 2013 31,497 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 24 Sep 2013 31,497 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2012 25,955 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2011 20,460 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2010 17,027 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2009 13,873 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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AF56 MOV is a 2006 BMW R1200 in Black with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2006 BMW R1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.9% with a typical mileage of 25,586 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 AF56 MOV, 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 20 years old, this BMW R1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AF56 MOV registered?

AF56 MOV is a 2006 BMW R1200, first registered on 29 September 2006.

Is AF56 MOV safe to buy?

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