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R248 PVK

1998 Bimota SB6

Black Petrol 1074cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2023
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

6,615 mi
Last recorded6,615 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2022
Typical for 1998 Bimota SB68,768 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR248 PVK
MakeBimota
ModelSB6
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,074cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2022 6,615 miles
Pass 2 May 2009 6,606 miles
Fail 2 May 2009 6,606 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

How Reliable is the Bimota SB6?

Based on 832 MOT tests across 134 vehicles.

87.3%
Pass Rate
361
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
134
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 11
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 10
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 7
Headlamp aim too high 6
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 5
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R248 PVK is a 1998 Bimota SB6 in Black with a 1,074cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1998 Bimota SB6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 8,768 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 Bimota SB6 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 11 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R248 PVK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Bimota SB6 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 28 years old, this Bimota SB6 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R248 PVK registered?

R248 PVK is a 1998 Bimota SB6, first registered on 1 January 1998.

Is R248 PVK safe to buy?

The MOT history for R248 PVK shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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