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OV56 BXB

2006 BMW R1200

Blue Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2018
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

43,458 mi
Last recorded43,458 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2017
Typical for 2006 BMW R120025,586 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV56 BXB
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2017 43,458 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2016 36,445 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2016 36,445 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 27 Jun 2015 32,313 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 30,725 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 27,059 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 26,522 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2011 19,802 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Oil leak

Pass 17 Sep 2010 12,763 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 10,218 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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OV56 BXB is a 2006 BMW R1200 in Blue with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 OV56 BXB, 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 OV56 BXB registered?

OV56 BXB is a 2006 BMW R1200, first registered on 28 September 2006.

Is OV56 BXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV56 BXB shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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