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AB08 KKW

2008 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2025
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

45,090 mi
Last recorded45,090 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2024
Typical for 2008 BMW R Series24,704 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAB08 KKW
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2024 45,090 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2023 42,742 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2023 42,742 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Oct 2022 40,374 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2021 39,046 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2020 37,255 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2019 36,113 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2018 30,655 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2017 27,462 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2016 23,851 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2015 20,642 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2014 16,538 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2013 14,161 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 10,992 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2012 10,992 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 1 Jun 2011 9,280 miles

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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AB08 KKW is a 2008 BMW R Series in Silver with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 AB08 KKW, 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 AB08 KKW registered?

AB08 KKW is a 2008 BMW R Series, first registered on 28 June 2008.

Is AB08 KKW safe to buy?

The MOT history for AB08 KKW shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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