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FG56 VTY

2006 BMW R1200

Red Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2027
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

33,685 mi
Last recorded33,685 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW R120025,586 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG56 VTY
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 31 Jul 2026 33,685 miles
Pass 12 May 2025 33,191 miles
Pass 17 May 2024 32,667 miles
Pass 17 May 2023 31,407 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

cowl fitted on pillion seat and pillion footrests are removed.

Pass 12 May 2022 31,178 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2021 30,836 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2015 28,120 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 24,964 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2013 21,834 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2013 19,831 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2011 17,300 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2010 14,951 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2009 12,659 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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FG56 VTY is a 2006 BMW R1200 in Red with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FG56 VTY, 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 FG56 VTY?

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What year was FG56 VTY registered?

FG56 VTY is a 2006 BMW R1200, first registered on 21 October 2006.

Is FG56 VTY safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG56 VTY shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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