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CA56 DHY

2006 BMW R1200

Yellow Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jul 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

46,351 mi
Last recorded46,351 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW R120025,586 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA56 DHY
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2006
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2025 46,351 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2024 46,073 miles

Front Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Front of frame surface corrosion oil cooler pipe corroded - not excessive (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 10 Jul 2023 45,668 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2022 45,106 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2021 44,625 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2020 44,092 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2019 43,255 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 41,531 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 38,654 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2016 36,392 miles

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

Fail 20 Apr 2016 36,392 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 27 Apr 2015 32,891 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 30,255 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2013 27,422 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 23,916 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2012 23,916 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Apr 2011 18,756 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 16,229 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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CA56 DHY is a 2006 BMW R1200 in Yellow 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 CA56 DHY, 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 CA56 DHY registered?

CA56 DHY is a 2006 BMW R1200, first registered on 9 December 2006.

Is CA56 DHY safe to buy?

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