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GL08 OVH

2008 BMW R1200

Silver Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2024
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

56,583 mi
Last recorded56,583 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2023
Typical for 2008 BMW R120024,274 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL08 OVH
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 23 Jun 2023 56,583 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2022 56,445 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2021 55,840 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2018 53,183 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2016 42,839 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2013 35,087 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 32,135 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 24,701 miles

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

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

Very slight bind of front brake.Does not show on RBT.

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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GL08 OVH is a 2008 BMW R1200 in Silver with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 GL08 OVH, 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 GL08 OVH registered?

GL08 OVH is a 2008 BMW R1200, first registered on 31 May 2008.

Is GL08 OVH safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL08 OVH shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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