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B21 TJR

2008 BMW R Series

Grey Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Nov 2026
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

12,922 mi
Last recorded12,922 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW R Series24,704 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB21 TJR
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 24 Nov 2025 12,922 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2023 12,837 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2022 12,675 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2019 12,028 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 11,241 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2018 11,184 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 11,047 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 10,302 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 9,919 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 9,419 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 8,687 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 7,311 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 6,460 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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B21 TJR is a 2008 BMW R Series in Grey 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 B21 TJR, 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 B21 TJR registered?

B21 TJR is a 2008 BMW R Series, first registered on 2 May 2008.

Is B21 TJR safe to buy?

The MOT history for B21 TJR 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.

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