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AA08 RZJ

2008 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2024
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

5,642 mi
Last recorded5,642 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2023
Typical for 2008 BMW R Series24,704 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAA08 RZJ
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2023 5,642 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2023 5,632 miles

Rear Brake master cylinder leaking (1.1.10 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 May 2017 5,606 miles

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

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

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

Pass 5 May 2016 5,192 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2014 4,441 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2013 4,250 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2012 3,890 miles

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

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

How Reliable is the BMW R Series?

Based on 261,180 MOT tests across 25,486 vehicles.

91.2%
Pass Rate
1,463
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
25,486
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,440
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,086
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 603
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 553
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 532
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AA08 RZJ is a 2008 BMW R Series in Silver with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2008 BMW R Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.8% with a typical mileage of 24,704 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 R Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,440 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AA08 RZJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW R Series typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 18 years old, this BMW R Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AA08 RZJ registered?

AA08 RZJ is a 2008 BMW R Series, first registered on 16 May 2008.

Is AA08 RZJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AA08 RZJ shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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