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GX08 LHD

2008 BMW R1200

Silver Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2023
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

128,990 mi
Last recorded128,990 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2022
Typical for 2008 BMW R120024,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2022 128,990 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2020 128,916 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2020 128,916 miles

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

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn swing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 29 May 2020 128,916 miles

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

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn Swingarm bearings have excessive play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Stop lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jun 2018 103,534 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2016 86,013 miles

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 30 Nov 2015 74,816 miles

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

cowlings & covers obscuring some components

Pass 3 Dec 2014 68,176 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2013 62,214 miles

LIGHT CORROSION TO OS FRAME WORK

Pass 12 Jul 2012 41,111 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 23,328 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight 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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GX08 LHD is a 2008 BMW R1200 in Silver with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 GX08 LHD, 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 GX08 LHD registered?

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

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