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CN08 DZY

2008 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 May 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

58,366 mi
Last recorded58,366 miles
Recorded on11 May 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW R Series24,704 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCN08 DZY
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 May 2026 58,366 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2025 52,969 miles
Pass 3 May 2024 52,175 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 29 Apr 2024 52,175 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 26 May 2022 51,845 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 20 May 2021 48,237 miles
Pass 26 May 2020 47,443 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 46,601 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2018 46,376 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2017 44,776 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2017 44,772 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 22 Feb 2016 41,569 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 37,421 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 36,199 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 3 May 2013 34,190 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2012 29,319 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 27,339 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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CN08 DZY is a 2008 BMW R Series in Silver with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 CN08 DZY, 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

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What year was CN08 DZY registered?

CN08 DZY is a 2008 BMW R Series, first registered on 7 May 2008.

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The MOT history for CN08 DZY shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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