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DE58 SXR

2008 BMW R Series

Grey Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

71,840 mi
Last recorded71,840 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW R Series24,704 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE58 SXR
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 71,840 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2026 71,840 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Apr 2025 56,475 miles

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

Fail 8 Apr 2025 56,475 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 May 2024 45,272 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 13 Mar 2023 27,784 miles
Pass 25 May 2022 27,437 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2021 27,151 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2020 24,581 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2019 23,991 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 23,781 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 22,829 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 20,965 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 18,552 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2014 18,246 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2013 15,769 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 12,393 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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DE58 SXR is a 2008 BMW R Series in Grey 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 DE58 SXR, 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 DE58 SXR registered?

DE58 SXR is a 2008 BMW R Series, first registered on 3 December 2008.

Is DE58 SXR safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE58 SXR 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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