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GX08 LHB

2008 BMW R1200

Silver Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Mar 2027
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

75,616 mi
Last recorded75,616 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW R120024,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX08 LHB
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 4 Mar 2026 75,616 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2025 68,662 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2024 68,464 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2022 68,231 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2021 68,102 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2020 66,824 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2019 64,673 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2018 62,687 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 60,333 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 56,566 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 54,628 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2013 54,096 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 49,515 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 49,187 miles

slight front brake bind

Pass 14 Apr 2011 36,479 miles

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

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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GX08 LHB is a 2008 BMW R1200 in Silver with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 GX08 LHB, 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 GX08 LHB?

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What year was GX08 LHB registered?

GX08 LHB is a 2008 BMW R1200, first registered on 11 April 2008.

Is GX08 LHB safe to buy?

The MOT history for GX08 LHB shows 15 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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