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BD57 DVJ

2008 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2020
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

73,785 mi
Last recorded73,785 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2019
Typical for 2008 BMW R Series24,704 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD57 DVJ
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2019 73,785 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2019 73,777 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

front wheel bearing slightly noisey

Fail 1 Feb 2019 73,724 miles

Front Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator likely to become detached (4.4.1 (c) (ii))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 28 Oct 2017 70,781 miles

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

Pass 27 Oct 2016 65,025 miles

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

Pass 20 Feb 2016 59,713 miles

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

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

Offside Front pad spring clip is bent/damaged

Fail 20 Feb 2016 59,713 miles

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

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Offside Front pad spring clip is bent/damaged

Offside Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 5 Dec 2014 43,594 miles

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

Fail 15 Nov 2013 29,948 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Offside Front Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 15 Nov 2013 29,948 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 27 Nov 2012 22,651 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2012 18,657 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2011 14,667 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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BD57 DVJ 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 69.2%.

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 BD57 DVJ, 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 BD57 DVJ registered?

BD57 DVJ is a 2008 BMW R Series, first registered on 19 February 2008.

Is BD57 DVJ safe to buy?

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