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RO06 BYG

2006 BMW R1200

Grey Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Nov 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

55,557 mi
Last recorded55,557 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW R120025,586 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO06 BYG
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2025 55,557 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2024 53,953 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit inner (1.1.13 (a))

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

Fail 5 Nov 2024 53,938 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit inner (1.1.13 (a))

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

Pass 7 Jul 2023 54,237 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2022 51,584 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2021 47,374 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2020 44,942 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2019 39,490 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2018 32,588 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2017 29,061 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2016 24,872 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2015 21,296 miles

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

Pass 15 Feb 2014 17,427 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2013 14,579 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 13,634 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2011 12,563 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 9,564 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 7,153 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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RO06 BYG 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 RO06 BYG, 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 RO06 BYG registered?

RO06 BYG is a 2006 BMW R1200, first registered on 16 March 2006.

Is RO06 BYG safe to buy?

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