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BU08 FJF

2008 BMW R1200

Silver Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2026
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

35,608 mi
Last recorded35,608 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW R120024,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU08 FJF
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 26 Mar 2025 35,608 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2023 33,758 miles

Brake warning lamp on

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Righthand fork leg (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 27 Jul 2019 31,955 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 31,286 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 27 Jun 2015 30,363 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 30,363 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 27,269 miles
Pass 9 May 2012 22,717 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 17,937 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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BU08 FJF is a 2008 BMW R1200 in Silver with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 BU08 FJF, 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 BU08 FJF?

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What year was BU08 FJF registered?

BU08 FJF is a 2008 BMW R1200, first registered on 2 June 2008.

Is BU08 FJF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU08 FJF shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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