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AE08 RDU

2008 BMW R1200

Grey Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2019
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

37,222 mi
Last recorded37,222 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2018
Typical for 2008 BMW R120024,274 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE08 RDU
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc
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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2018 37,222 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2017 36,391 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 35,594 miles

Front rhf indicator is different to other 3.

Fail 15 Jul 2016 35,594 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m) DANGEROUS

Front rhf indicator lamp is different to other3

Pass 13 Jan 2014 30,004 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2012 24,415 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2011 19,523 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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AE08 RDU is a 2008 BMW R1200 in Grey with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2008 BMW R1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.5% with a typical mileage of 24,274 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 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 AE08 RDU, 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 18 years old, this BMW R1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AE08 RDU?

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What year was AE08 RDU registered?

AE08 RDU is a 2008 BMW R1200, first registered on 1 August 2008.

Is AE08 RDU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE08 RDU shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AE08 RDU have outstanding finance?

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