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SP51 FDD

2001 Bimota SB6

Silver Petrol 93cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2014
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

5,942 mi
Last recorded5,942 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2013
Typical for 2001 Bimota SB65,682 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP51 FDD
MakeBimota
ModelSB6
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine93cc
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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2013 5,942 miles

both front fork stanchion gaitors split

Pass 15 Oct 2010 5,309 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2010 5,301 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

Pass 12 Oct 2009 4,689 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2008 4,002 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 5 Sep 2008 4,001 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 31 Jul 2007 3,304 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 2,718 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2005 2,400 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2005 2,400 miles

Front Headlamp aim beam image kick-up is to the offside (1.6.1)

Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

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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SP51 FDD is a 2001 Bimota SB6 in Silver with a 93cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2001 Bimota SB6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.0% with a typical mileage of 5,682 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 SP51 FDD, 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 25 years old, this Bimota SB6 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SP51 FDD registered?

SP51 FDD is a 2001 Bimota SB6, first registered on 26 October 2001.

Is SP51 FDD safe to buy?

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