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MT06 GXW

2006 BMW R1200

Grey Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Nov 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

56,999 mi
Last recorded56,999 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW R120025,586 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT06 GXW
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2025 56,999 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2024 56,797 miles
Pass 9 May 2023 55,101 miles

Offside Front osf side light

Pass 19 May 2022 52,887 miles
Pass 12 May 2021 51,157 miles
Pass 23 May 2020 48,454 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2019 46,250 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 19 Mar 2019 46,250 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 21 Mar 2018 45,016 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 41,776 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 41,070 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play has slight play in rear wheel bearing (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 4 Jun 2015 37,724 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 32,831 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 27,539 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 12 Jun 2012 22,759 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2011 22,294 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2010 20,732 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2009 14,683 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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MT06 GXW is a 2006 BMW R1200 in Grey with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 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 MT06 GXW, 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 MT06 GXW registered?

MT06 GXW is a 2006 BMW R1200, first registered on 28 July 2006.

Is MT06 GXW safe to buy?

The MOT history for MT06 GXW shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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