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B11 FBH

2006 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2025
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

35,719 mi
Last recorded35,719 miles
Recorded on4 Jan 2024
Typical for 2006 BMW R Series25,297 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB11 FBH
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Jan 2024 35,719 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Fail 4 Jan 2024 35,719 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 16 Aug 2022 31,619 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2022 31,619 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Valve stem slightly damaged slight perishing (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 25 Jan 2022 31,357 miles

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

Pass 5 Jan 2021 30,989 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2019 30,761 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2018 30,134 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017 29,804 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2015 29,489 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 28,996 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 27,479 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 25,451 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2012 25,451 miles

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

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 12 Aug 2010 21,930 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 31 Jul 2009 20,872 miles

How Reliable is the BMW R Series?

Based on 261,180 MOT tests across 25,486 vehicles.

91.2%
Pass Rate
1,463
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
25,486
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,440
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,086
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 603
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 553
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 532
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B11 FBH is a 2006 BMW R Series in Silver with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2006 BMW R Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.6% with a typical mileage of 25,297 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 R Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,440 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B11 FBH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW R Series typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 20 years old, this BMW R Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was B11 FBH registered?

B11 FBH is a 2006 BMW R Series, first registered on 6 July 2006.

Is B11 FBH safe to buy?

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