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AF08 GXN

2008 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jul 2026
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

37,825 mi
Last recorded37,825 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW R Series24,704 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF08 GXN
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 25 Jul 2025 37,825 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2022 37,788 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 27 Jul 2021 37,756 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 22 Jul 2020 37,388 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 12 Jul 2019 36,520 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2018 36,350 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2017 33,637 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 32,517 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 30,909 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2014 30,191 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2013 28,851 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2012 23,296 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2011 17,478 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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AF08 GXN is a 2008 BMW R Series in Silver with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 AF08 GXN, 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

How do I check the history of AF08 GXN?

You can check the full history of AF08 GXN by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was AF08 GXN registered?

AF08 GXN is a 2008 BMW R Series, first registered on 4 March 2008.

Is AF08 GXN safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF08 GXN shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AF08 GXN have outstanding finance?

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