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HG08 LGA

2008 BMW R1200

Red Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

42,328 mi
Last recorded42,328 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW R120024,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG08 LGA
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 42,328 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2024 40,785 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2022 36,725 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2021 33,551 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2021 33,545 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Nov 2020 30,191 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2019 25,864 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2018 25,079 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 24,641 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 21,572 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 18,810 miles

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

Pass 1 Jul 2014 16,527 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 13,880 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2012 12,546 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 10,544 miles

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

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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HG08 LGA is a 2008 BMW R1200 in Red with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 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 HG08 LGA, 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 HG08 LGA registered?

HG08 LGA is a 2008 BMW R1200, first registered on 17 May 2008.

Is HG08 LGA safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG08 LGA shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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