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BV55 VGO

2006 BMW R1200

Multi-colour Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2013
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

11,076 mi
Last recorded11,076 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2012
Typical for 2006 BMW R120025,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV55 VGO
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2006
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2012 11,076 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 4,893 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2010 1,674 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 7 Jul 2010 1,674 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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BV55 VGO is a 2006 BMW R1200 in Multi-colour with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 BV55 VGO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BV55 VGO?

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What year was BV55 VGO registered?

BV55 VGO is a 2006 BMW R1200, first registered on 31 December 2006.

Is BV55 VGO safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV55 VGO shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BV55 VGO have outstanding finance?

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