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EK58 GFE

2008 BMW R1200

Silver Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2023
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

57,992 mi
Last recorded57,992 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2022
Typical for 2008 BMW R120024,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK58 GFE
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2022 57,992 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2021 57,965 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2020 57,945 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2019 57,927 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2018 57,715 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2017 55,420 miles

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

Pass 15 Oct 2016 51,701 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2015 48,085 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2014 44,451 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2013 36,960 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2013 36,960 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear mono-shock insecure (2.4.B.4)

Pass 23 Oct 2012 30,120 miles

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

Pass 3 Nov 2011 24,829 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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EK58 GFE is a 2008 BMW R1200 in Silver with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 EK58 GFE, 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

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What year was EK58 GFE registered?

EK58 GFE is a 2008 BMW R1200, first registered on 8 November 2008.

Is EK58 GFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK58 GFE shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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