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FT08 JZM

2008 BMW R1200

Grey Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Sep 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

76,169 mi
Last recorded76,169 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW R120024,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT08 JZM
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2025 76,169 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2024 71,973 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2023 66,336 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2021 63,232 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2019 58,104 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2018 53,853 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2017 48,423 miles

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

Pass 5 Aug 2015 44,333 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2014 34,974 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 27,718 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 24,095 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2011 20,921 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2011 20,921 miles

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

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 JZM is a 2008 BMW R1200 in Grey with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 JZM, 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

How do I check the history of FT08 JZM?

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What year was FT08 JZM registered?

FT08 JZM is a 2008 BMW R1200, first registered on 7 July 2008.

Is FT08 JZM safe to buy?

The MOT history for FT08 JZM shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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