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B24 SKT

2008 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2025
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

70,798 mi
Last recorded70,798 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW R Series24,704 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB24 SKT
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Fail 27 Feb 2025 70,798 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 23 Feb 2024 66,713 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2022 65,355 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2021 59,211 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2021 59,211 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Oct 2020 56,884 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2019 47,934 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 42,009 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Fail 9 May 2018 42,009 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 3 May 2017 35,038 miles
Fail 3 May 2017 35,038 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 3 May 2016 30,595 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2014 28,857 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 1 Nov 2013 26,624 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2012 20,997 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2012 20,997 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 31 Oct 2011 17,984 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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B24 SKT is a 2008 BMW R Series in Red with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 B24 SKT, 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 B24 SKT registered?

B24 SKT is a 2008 BMW R Series, first registered on 3 November 2008.

Is B24 SKT safe to buy?

The MOT history for B24 SKT shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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