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HJ08 LYS

2008 BMW R1200

Red Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

57,302 mi
Last recorded57,302 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW R120024,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ08 LYS
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 57,302 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2025 51,568 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2024 44,687 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2023 36,608 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2022 30,418 miles
Pass 1 May 2021 27,955 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2019 17,901 miles
Pass 12 May 2018 17,146 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2017 15,090 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2017 15,090 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 11 Mar 2016 14,780 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2015 14,727 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2014 14,143 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2013 13,104 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2012 11,655 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 LYS 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 HJ08 LYS, 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 HJ08 LYS?

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What year was HJ08 LYS registered?

HJ08 LYS is a 2008 BMW R1200, first registered on 6 March 2008.

Is HJ08 LYS safe to buy?

The MOT history for HJ08 LYS 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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