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AJ58 VMM

2008 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jan 2025
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

94,882 mi
Last recorded94,882 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2024
Typical for 2008 BMW R Series24,704 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ58 VMM
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2024 94,882 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2023 91,059 miles

Central Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 11 Jan 2023 91,051 miles

Front Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Central Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 6 Jan 2022 88,044 miles

Front front tyres low

Pass 16 Dec 2020 84,024 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2019 78,586 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2018 73,273 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2017 65,506 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2016 60,512 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015 59,750 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 53,123 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Side Stand Bushings Worn

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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AJ58 VMM is a 2008 BMW R Series in Silver with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 AJ58 VMM, 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.

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What year was AJ58 VMM registered?

AJ58 VMM is a 2008 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 September 2008.

Is AJ58 VMM safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ58 VMM shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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