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DG52 VTX

2002 Bimota SB6

Black Petrol 1100cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2024
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

23,621 mi
Last recorded23,621 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2023
Typical for 2002 Bimota SB610,970 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG52 VTX
MakeBimota
ModelSB6
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,100cc
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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2023 23,621 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 24 Jul 2017 22,126 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 24 Jul 2017 22,098 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 15 Jul 2016 20,460 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Fail 13 Jul 2016 20,432 miles

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

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 14 Jul 2015 19,614 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 19,055 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2013 18,946 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 18,021 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 17,360 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2009 16,891 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2008 15,240 miles

Centre Front Upper Headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 30 Mar 2007 13,133 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2005 8,791 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2005 8,791 miles

Front Headlamp aim beam image kick-up is to the offside (1.6.1)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

How Reliable is the Bimota SB6?

Based on 832 MOT tests across 134 vehicles.

87.3%
Pass Rate
361
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
134
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 11
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 10
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 7
Headlamp aim too high 6
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 5
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DG52 VTX is a 2002 Bimota SB6 in Black with a 1,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2002 Bimota SB6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.6% with a typical mileage of 10,970 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 Bimota SB6 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 11 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DG52 VTX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Bimota SB6 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 24 years old, this Bimota SB6 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was DG52 VTX registered?

DG52 VTX is a 2002 Bimota SB6, first registered on 1 September 2002.

Is DG52 VTX safe to buy?

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