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EK08 ELX

2008 BMW R Series

Grey Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

32,453 mi
Last recorded32,453 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2017
Typical for 2008 BMW R Series24,704 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2017 32,453 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2016 28,698 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2015 25,156 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2014 23,907 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2013 19,882 miles

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

Fail 6 Apr 2013 19,881 miles

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

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

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

Pass 7 Apr 2012 16,065 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2011 10,412 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 ELX 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 87.5%.

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 EK08 ELX, 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 ELX registered?

EK08 ELX is a 2008 BMW R Series, first registered on 10 April 2008.

Is EK08 ELX safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK08 ELX shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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