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FE08 LNX

2008 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

32,478 mi
Last recorded32,478 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW R Series24,704 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE08 LNX
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2025 32,478 miles
Pass 10 May 2024 32,065 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2022 32,026 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2019 31,665 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2018 30,874 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2016 28,361 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 Aug 2015 27,487 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 24,704 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2014 24,704 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Sep 2013 24,064 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2012 23,456 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2011 21,600 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2011 21,595 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (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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FE08 LNX is a 2008 BMW R Series in Red with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 FE08 LNX, 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 FE08 LNX?

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What year was FE08 LNX registered?

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

Is FE08 LNX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE08 LNX shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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