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FE58 TXN

2008 BMW R Series

Grey Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 May 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

27,266 mi
Last recorded27,266 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW R Series24,704 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE58 TXN
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 27,266 miles
Pass 1 May 2025 27,161 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2024 27,091 miles
Pass 5 May 2023 26,890 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2022 26,833 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2021 26,734 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2020 26,702 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2019 26,612 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2018 26,515 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2017 26,148 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2016 25,537 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2015 23,887 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 30 Apr 2015 23,887 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2014 22,665 miles

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

Fail 18 Oct 2014 22,590 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Rear Seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 21 Oct 2013 16,881 miles

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

Pass 8 Oct 2012 12,843 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2011 10,060 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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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FE58 TXN is a 2008 BMW R Series in Grey with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 FE58 TXN, 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 FE58 TXN registered?

FE58 TXN is a 2008 BMW R Series, first registered on 14 October 2008.

Is FE58 TXN safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE58 TXN shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FE58 TXN have outstanding finance?

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