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VU06 GTF

2006 BMW R1200GS

Red Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jan 2027
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

34,912 mi
Last recorded34,912 miles
Recorded on2 Jan 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW R1200GS24,675 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU06 GTF
MakeBMW
ModelR1200GS
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc
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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 2 Jan 2026 34,912 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2024 29,779 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2023 27,686 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 1 Nov 2022 26,786 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2021 25,910 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2020 25,610 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 24,559 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2018 23,191 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 21,974 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2016 17,596 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 14,069 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 12,143 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 11,850 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2012 8,181 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 6,911 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 6,359 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2009 4,351 miles

How Reliable is the BMW R1200GS?

Based on 1,384 MOT tests across 136 vehicles.

91.2%
Pass Rate
1,628
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
136
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 4
Headlamp aim too high 3
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 2
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VU06 GTF is a 2006 BMW R1200GS in Red with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2006 BMW R1200GS models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.5% with a typical mileage of 24,675 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW R1200GS fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 4 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VU06 GTF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW R1200GS typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 20 years old, this BMW R1200GS is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VU06 GTF registered?

VU06 GTF is a 2006 BMW R1200GS, first registered on 14 March 2006.

Is VU06 GTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU06 GTF shows 17 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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