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EF08 NFU

2008 BMW R1200

Red Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Aug 2026
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

42,544 mi
Last recorded42,544 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW R120024,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF08 NFU
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 30 Aug 2025 42,544 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2024 41,655 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2023 41,113 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2022 38,419 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2021 35,776 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2020 33,514 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2019 30,405 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 14 Apr 2018 28,065 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 26,937 miles

small oil leak.

Pass 25 Jun 2016 25,707 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2015 23,328 miles
Pass 24 May 2014 22,095 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 21,149 miles
Pass 19 May 2012 18,355 miles

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

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

Pass 21 May 2011 13,858 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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EF08 NFU is a 2008 BMW R1200 in Red with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 EF08 NFU, 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 EF08 NFU?

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What year was EF08 NFU registered?

EF08 NFU is a 2008 BMW R1200, first registered on 28 June 2008.

Is EF08 NFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF08 NFU shows 15 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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