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FD08 FDA

2008 BMW R1200

Black Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 May 2027
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

11,292 mi
Last recorded11,292 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW R120024,274 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD08 FDA
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 8 May 2026 11,292 miles
Pass 14 May 2025 11,203 miles
Pass 10 May 2024 11,197 miles
Pass 19 May 2023 10,788 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 13 May 2022 10,702 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 16 Apr 2021 10,609 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2019 10,419 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 11 Aug 2018 10,325 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 3 Aug 2017 10,149 miles

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

Pass 1 Aug 2016 9,974 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Aug 2015 9,917 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Aug 2014 9,480 miles

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

Pass 16 Jul 2013 9,469 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 9,239 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 8,517 miles

How Reliable is the BMW R1200?

Based on 133,237 MOT tests across 17,003 vehicles.

93.4%
Pass Rate
1,746
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
17,003
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 461
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 278
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 261
Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick 139
Headlamp aim too high 121
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FD08 FDA is a 2008 BMW R1200 in Black with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2008 BMW R1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.5% with a typical mileage of 24,274 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW R1200 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 461 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FD08 FDA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW R1200 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 18 years old, this BMW R1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FD08 FDA registered?

FD08 FDA is a 2008 BMW R1200, first registered on 9 June 2008.

Is FD08 FDA safe to buy?

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