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AU08 GWL

2008 BMW R1200

Blue Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2020
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

55,024 mi
Last recorded55,024 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2019
Typical for 2008 BMW R120024,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU08 GWL
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2019 55,024 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2019 55,024 miles

Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 5 Jan 2018 49,038 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Pass 30 Dec 2016 43,055 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2015 38,293 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2014 33,930 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 28,100 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 20,584 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2011 15,164 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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AU08 GWL is a 2008 BMW R1200 in Blue with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 AU08 GWL, 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.

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What year was AU08 GWL registered?

AU08 GWL is a 2008 BMW R1200, first registered on 16 June 2008.

Is AU08 GWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU08 GWL shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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