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VK56 FXS

2006 BMW R1200GS

Red Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Sep 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

36,215 mi
Last recorded36,215 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW R1200GS24,675 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK56 FXS
MakeBMW
ModelR1200GS
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc
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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2025 36,215 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 22 Sep 2025 36,215 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 9 Apr 2024 35,436 miles

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

Pass 12 Oct 2021 35,406 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 25 May 2019 35,008 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort slight run out on front discs (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit rear tyre on legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Apr 2018 34,229 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2016 32,710 miles

Brake disc(s) slightly worn rear disc showing signs of wear (3.2.A1l)

Pass 5 Sep 2015 30,415 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 29,169 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 25,764 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 12 Dec 2012 19,013 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2011 18,443 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2010 16,178 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2009 13,487 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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VK56 FXS is a 2006 BMW R1200GS in Red with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 VK56 FXS, 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 VK56 FXS registered?

VK56 FXS is a 2006 BMW R1200GS, first registered on 7 October 2006.

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