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GL08 YPE

2008 BMW R1200

Grey Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

25,597 mi
Last recorded25,597 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW R120024,274 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL08 YPE
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 28 Mar 2026 25,597 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2025 25,463 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2024 25,282 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2023 25,226 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 25 Mar 2022 24,621 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2020 23,789 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2019 22,161 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2018 21,943 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 19,249 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2015 17,949 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 16,043 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 14,011 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 11,837 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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GL08 YPE 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 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 YPE, 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 GL08 YPE?

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What year was GL08 YPE registered?

GL08 YPE is a 2008 BMW R1200, first registered on 25 June 2008.

Is GL08 YPE safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL08 YPE shows 13 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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