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FA08 NWE

2008 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2020
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

26,903 mi
Last recorded26,903 miles
Recorded on16 May 2019
Typical for 2008 BMW R Series24,704 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA08 NWE
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 May 2019 26,903 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.8mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 May 2018 26,129 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2017 22,410 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 16,458 miles
Pass 30 May 2015 11,135 miles
Fail 29 May 2015 11,135 miles

Front All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 30 Jun 2014 10,073 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 9,364 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 8,668 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 7,804 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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FA08 NWE is a 2008 BMW R Series in Silver with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 FA08 NWE, 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 FA08 NWE registered?

FA08 NWE is a 2008 BMW R Series, first registered on 20 June 2008.

Is FA08 NWE safe to buy?

The MOT history for FA08 NWE shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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