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EF56 WYJ

2006 BMW R1200

Grey Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

37,637 mi
Last recorded37,637 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW R120025,586 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF56 WYJ
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 37,637 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2025 37,418 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2024 37,092 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2021 36,588 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2020 36,553 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2019 33,541 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 28,773 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2017 23,371 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2014 17,973 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 16,265 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 15,427 miles

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

Fail 7 Mar 2012 15,419 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

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

Pass 25 Feb 2011 12,395 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2010 11,200 miles

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

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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EF56 WYJ is a 2006 BMW R1200 in Grey with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 EF56 WYJ, 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

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What year was EF56 WYJ registered?

EF56 WYJ is a 2006 BMW R1200, first registered on 16 December 2006.

Is EF56 WYJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF56 WYJ shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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