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FM06 SVO

2006 BMW R1200

Grey Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Nov 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

35,350 mi
Last recorded35,350 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW R120025,586 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM06 SVO
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2025 35,350 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2024 34,605 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2024 34,605 miles

Front Wheel excessively distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2023 33,266 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2022 31,787 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2021 30,404 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2021 30,404 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Nov 2020 27,664 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2019 24,590 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2018 21,253 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 20,924 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2017 20,913 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2016 19,322 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2015 16,308 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2015 16,308 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 16 Aug 2014 14,674 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2013 13,112 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 12,080 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2011 10,804 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2011 10,781 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2010 10,561 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2009 8,080 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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FM06 SVO is a 2006 BMW R1200 in Grey with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 FM06 SVO, 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 FM06 SVO?

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What year was FM06 SVO registered?

FM06 SVO is a 2006 BMW R1200, first registered on 11 August 2006.

Is FM06 SVO safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM06 SVO shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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