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GR08 VNY

2008 BMW R1200

Blue Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2023
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

83,652 mi
Last recorded83,652 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2023
Typical for 2008 BMW R120024,274 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGR08 VNY
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Fail 12 Jun 2023 83,652 miles

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

oil leaking from gear box and on to rear wheel

Pass 7 Jun 2022 83,622 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 8 Jun 2021 82,963 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil slightly reduced damping (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 13 Jun 2020 82,889 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Sep 2018 82,812 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2018 82,812 miles

Headlamp insecure Bulbs (4.1.1 (c))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Oct 2017 82,769 miles

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

Pass 22 Oct 2016 64,053 miles

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

Pass 7 Oct 2015 49,135 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2014 35,156 miles

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

Fail 23 Oct 2014 35,156 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 28 Jun 2013 31,926 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 30,031 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2011 21,897 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 22 Jun 2011 21,897 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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GR08 VNY is a 2008 BMW R1200 in Blue with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 GR08 VNY, 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 GR08 VNY registered?

GR08 VNY is a 2008 BMW R1200, first registered on 29 June 2008.

Is GR08 VNY safe to buy?

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