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EK08 EKX

2008 BMW R Series

Grey Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2019
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

29,059 mi
Last recorded29,059 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2018
Typical for 2008 BMW R Series24,704 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK08 EKX
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 9 Aug 2018 29,059 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2017 27,632 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 27,031 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2015 25,536 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2014 23,210 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2013 19,441 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2013 17,613 miles

Nail in rear tyre

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

Pass 17 Mar 2012 12,839 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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EK08 EKX is a 2008 BMW R Series in Grey with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 EK08 EKX, 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 EK08 EKX registered?

EK08 EKX is a 2008 BMW R Series, first registered on 9 April 2008.

Is EK08 EKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK08 EKX shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EK08 EKX have outstanding finance?

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