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HG08 XBM

2008 BMW R1200

Red Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jun 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

73,006 mi
Last recorded73,006 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW R120024,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 73,006 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Jun 2025 68,221 miles
Pass 24 May 2024 60,312 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2023 56,152 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2022 52,505 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2021 47,312 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2020 42,462 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2019 36,605 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2018 31,632 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 30,248 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 28,089 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 26,065 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 24,301 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2014 24,301 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 6 Jun 2013 21,875 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 18,660 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 15,200 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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HG08 XBM is a 2008 BMW R1200 in Red with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 XBM, 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 XBM registered?

HG08 XBM is a 2008 BMW R1200, first registered on 7 June 2008.

Is HG08 XBM safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG08 XBM shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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