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HK08 DHE

2008 BMW R1200

Blue Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

94,138 mi
Last recorded94,138 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW R120024,274 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK08 DHE
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2025 94,138 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2024 93,727 miles

front fog lights insecure

Pass 10 Jun 2022 93,261 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2021 92,885 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2019 92,209 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2018 91,593 miles

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

Fail 22 Oct 2018 91,593 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Jun 2017 89,125 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2016 87,143 miles

Rear Rear tyre very close to legal limit

Pass 20 May 2015 72,384 miles

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

Fail 20 May 2015 72,384 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Fail 28 May 2014 59,089 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 28 May 2014 59,089 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 45,962 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2012 33,256 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 15,094 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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HK08 DHE is a 2008 BMW R1200 in Blue with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 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 HK08 DHE, 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 HK08 DHE registered?

HK08 DHE is a 2008 BMW R1200, first registered on 16 June 2008.

Is HK08 DHE safe to buy?

The MOT history for HK08 DHE shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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