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FE08 LPL

2008 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2025
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

41,849 mi
Last recorded41,849 miles
Recorded on22 May 2024
Typical for 2008 BMW R Series24,704 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE08 LPL
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 May 2024 41,849 miles
Fail 22 May 2024 41,849 miles

Front Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Jan 2023 40,093 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 3 Mar 2022 40,086 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 24 Feb 2021 39,095 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Feb 2020 38,378 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Feb 2019 35,943 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2018 34,984 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2017 32,342 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2016 29,872 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2015 27,254 miles

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

Pass 18 Feb 2014 22,223 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2013 17,197 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 24 Feb 2012 13,486 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2012 13,486 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Feb 2011 7,172 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front tyre worn uneven

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 LPL is a 2008 BMW R Series in Silver with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 LPL, 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 LPL registered?

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

Is FE08 LPL safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE08 LPL shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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