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NC06 BUP

2006 BMW R1200

Grey Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

59,519 mi
Last recorded59,519 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW R120025,586 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNC06 BUP
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 59,519 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2024 59,351 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2024 59,351 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 28 Mar 2023 59,108 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2022 58,399 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2021 57,028 miles

Central Front Upper Ball joint dust cover perished.

Fail 16 Mar 2021 57,028 miles

Central Front Upper Ball joint dust cover perished.

Offside Front Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected cable tight. causing engine rpm to rise. (adjusted) (6.2.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Mar 2020 54,531 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2020 54,478 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Mar 2019 50,515 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 15 Feb 2019 50,478 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 17 Feb 2018 46,614 miles

brake warning lamp on

Pass 14 Feb 2017 42,147 miles

BOTH TYRE VALVES STARTING TO CRACK

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

Pass 16 Feb 2016 35,743 miles

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

front ball joint cover split

front tyre valve starting to split

Pass 10 Feb 2015 29,569 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2014 24,853 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2014 24,853 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 15 Mar 2013 22,707 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2012 19,390 miles

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 15 Mar 2012 19,390 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 16,732 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 15,662 miles

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

Pass 7 May 2009 13,382 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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NC06 BUP is a 2006 BMW R1200 in Grey with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 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 NC06 BUP, 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 NC06 BUP registered?

NC06 BUP is a 2006 BMW R1200, first registered on 9 May 2006.

Is NC06 BUP safe to buy?

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