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FG08 ZFV

2008 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2025
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

73,124 mi
Last recorded73,124 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2024
Typical for 2008 BMW R Series24,704 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG08 ZFV
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2024 73,124 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))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 13 Apr 2023 70,685 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 24 Aug 2021 63,883 miles
Pass 7 May 2020 51,926 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 42,431 miles
Pass 5 May 2018 32,528 miles
Pass 6 May 2017 31,760 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 30,487 miles
Fail 5 May 2016 30,487 miles

Front Upper Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 2 May 2015 28,459 miles
Pass 10 May 2014 26,241 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2013 22,658 miles
Fail 20 May 2011 19,853 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 20 May 2011 19,853 miles

Offside Outer Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(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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FG08 ZFV is a 2008 BMW R Series in Red with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 FG08 ZFV, 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.

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What year was FG08 ZFV registered?

FG08 ZFV is a 2008 BMW R Series, first registered on 17 April 2008.

Is FG08 ZFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG08 ZFV shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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