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M26 RPD

2008 BMW R1200

Red Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

11,540 mi
Last recorded11,540 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW R120024,274 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM26 RPD
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc
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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 11,540 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2024 10,938 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2023 10,845 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2022 9,478 miles
Pass 1 May 2021 9,219 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2020 8,439 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2018 8,390 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2018 8,390 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Aug 2016 8,296 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 8,060 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 7,774 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2013 7,231 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 6,304 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 5,144 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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M26 RPD is a 2008 BMW R1200 in Red with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 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 M26 RPD, 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 M26 RPD?

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What year was M26 RPD registered?

M26 RPD is a 2008 BMW R1200, first registered on 17 May 2008.

Is M26 RPD safe to buy?

The MOT history for M26 RPD shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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