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HJ08 LYF

2008 BMW R1200

Blue Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Sep 2026
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

22,475 mi
Last recorded22,475 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW R120024,274 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ08 LYF
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 9 Sep 2025 22,475 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2024 22,213 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2023 21,719 miles
Pass 27 May 2022 19,414 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2021 18,742 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2019 18,322 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2018 17,119 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2017 15,233 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2016 13,050 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 10,997 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2014 9,259 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 7,590 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 6,348 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2011 5,392 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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HJ08 LYF is a 2008 BMW R1200 in Blue with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 HJ08 LYF, 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 HJ08 LYF registered?

HJ08 LYF is a 2008 BMW R1200, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is HJ08 LYF safe to buy?

The MOT history for HJ08 LYF shows 14 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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