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FG08 ZFW

2008 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2023
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

53,873 mi
Last recorded53,873 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2022
Typical for 2008 BMW R Series24,704 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG08 ZFW
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2022 53,873 miles
Pass 1 May 2021 52,356 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2019 50,158 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2018 47,741 miles

Front Brake component is slightly corroded brake pads (3.1.5)

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 25 Mar 2017 44,286 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 15 Feb 2016 39,644 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2016 39,644 miles

Headlamp aim too high headlight incorrectly fitted (1.6)

Pass 11 Jun 2015 37,477 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 14 Jun 2014 31,279 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 9,689 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2013 9,689 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 21 Apr 2012 8,852 miles

slight play in rear drive unit bearing

Pass 2 Apr 2011 6,561 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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FG08 ZFW is a 2008 BMW R Series in Silver 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 FG08 ZFW, 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 FG08 ZFW registered?

FG08 ZFW is a 2008 BMW R Series, first registered on 21 April 2008.

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The MOT history for FG08 ZFW 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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