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ET08 LXX

2008 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2017
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

33,097 mi
Last recorded33,097 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2016
Typical for 2008 BMW R Series24,704 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationET08 LXX
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 14 Apr 2016 33,097 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 28,702 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2014 21,961 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 13,726 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 12,548 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 10,606 miles

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

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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ET08 LXX is a 2008 BMW R Series in Blue with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 ET08 LXX, 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

How do I check the history of ET08 LXX?

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What year was ET08 LXX registered?

ET08 LXX is a 2008 BMW R Series, first registered on 26 August 2008.

Is ET08 LXX safe to buy?

The MOT history for ET08 LXX shows 6 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 ET08 LXX have outstanding finance?

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