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FE08 LNJ

2008 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

31,586 mi
Last recorded31,586 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW R Series24,704 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE08 LNJ
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2026 31,586 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2025 30,205 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2025 30,203 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Pass 20 Jun 2024 28,306 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 26 Jun 2023 26,152 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2022 26,071 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2021 25,511 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2020 25,197 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2019 24,783 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2018 24,218 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2017 23,518 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 22,308 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 20,192 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2014 18,983 miles

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

Pass 15 Aug 2014 18,843 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2013 18,097 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 15,422 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2012 15,265 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 13,657 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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FE08 LNJ is a 2008 BMW R Series in Blue with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 FE08 LNJ, 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 FE08 LNJ registered?

FE08 LNJ is a 2008 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is FE08 LNJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE08 LNJ shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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