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FT08 FFD

2008 BMW R1200

Black Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Oct 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

35,759 mi
Last recorded35,759 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW R120024,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT08 FFD
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2025 35,759 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Oct 2024 33,248 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2023 31,968 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2022 30,006 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 28 Aug 2021 29,036 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2020 27,949 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2019 24,624 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2019 24,624 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2018 22,400 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2017 21,409 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 20,016 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2015 18,794 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 18,131 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2013 14,355 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 9,040 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2011 7,669 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 1 Jul 2011 7,669 miles

How Reliable is the BMW R1200?

Based on 133,237 MOT tests across 17,003 vehicles.

93.4%
Pass Rate
1,746
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
17,003
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 461
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 278
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 261
Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick 139
Headlamp aim too high 121
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FT08 FFD is a 2008 BMW R1200 in Black with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 2008 BMW R1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.5% with a typical mileage of 24,274 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW R1200 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 461 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FT08 FFD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW R1200 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 18 years old, this BMW R1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FT08 FFD registered?

FT08 FFD is a 2008 BMW R1200, first registered on 30 June 2008.

Is FT08 FFD safe to buy?

The MOT history for FT08 FFD shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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