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P797 FPK

1997 Bimota SB6

Red Petrol 1074cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2024
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

11,850 mi
Last recorded11,850 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2023
Typical for 1997 Bimota SB66,342 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP797 FPK
MakeBimota
ModelSB6
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,074cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2023 11,850 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2022 11,421 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 11,320 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2008 10,895 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2008 10,895 miles

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Pass 13 Sep 2007 10,535 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2007 10,530 miles

Front Brake disc(s) insecure (3.2.A1g)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Brake back plate(s) insecure (3.2.A1j)

Pass 17 Jun 2006 9,890 miles

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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P797 FPK is a 1997 Bimota SB6 in Red with a 1,074cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1997 Bimota SB6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.7% with a typical mileage of 6,342 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 P797 FPK, 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 29 years old, this Bimota SB6 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P797 FPK registered?

P797 FPK is a 1997 Bimota SB6, first registered on 1 March 1997.

Is P797 FPK safe to buy?

The MOT history for P797 FPK shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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