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EK58 GFZ

2008 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Nov 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

55,128 mi
Last recorded55,128 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW R Series24,704 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK58 GFZ
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2025 55,128 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2024 51,583 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2024 46,342 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2022 34,513 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2021 34,365 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2020 34,338 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2020 34,332 miles

Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Pass 8 Oct 2019 34,326 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2018 34,207 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2017 34,019 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2016 33,524 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 3 Oct 2015 33,142 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2014 32,201 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2013 31,780 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Sep 2012 31,400 miles

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

Pass 8 Oct 2011 30,471 miles

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

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

Fail 8 Oct 2011 30,471 miles

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

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

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

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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EK58 GFZ is a 2008 BMW R Series in Red 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 EK58 GFZ, 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 EK58 GFZ registered?

EK58 GFZ is a 2008 BMW R Series, first registered on 17 October 2008.

Is EK58 GFZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK58 GFZ 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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