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R500 DSW

2006 BMW R1200

Black Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2023
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

13,695 mi
Last recorded13,695 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2022
Typical for 2006 BMW R120025,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR500 DSW
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 22 Apr 2022 13,695 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2021 13,035 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2020 12,748 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2018 12,674 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 12,529 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2016 11,630 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 10,988 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 10,281 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2013 9,614 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 5,923 miles

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

Pass 7 Apr 2011 4,477 miles

Bar end weight was loose during test. Sorted during examination.

Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

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

Pass 10 Mar 2010 4,029 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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R500 DSW is a 2006 BMW R1200 in Black with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R500 DSW, 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 R500 DSW?

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What year was R500 DSW registered?

R500 DSW is a 2006 BMW R1200, first registered on 2 October 2006.

Is R500 DSW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R500 DSW shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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