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HK08 YPG

2008 BMW R1200

Grey Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

40,868 mi
Last recorded40,868 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW R120024,274 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK08 YPG
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 May 2026 40,868 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2025 40,586 miles
Pass 22 May 2024 39,234 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2022 39,175 miles

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

Pass 26 Oct 2021 38,236 miles

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

Fail 26 Oct 2021 38,236 miles

Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 2 Nov 2020 37,850 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Fail 2 Nov 2020 37,850 miles

Front Motorcycle structure joining/attachment plate or fastening insecure Fairing mounting (6.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Pass 18 Oct 2019 37,652 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 34,017 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 33,302 miles
Fail 23 May 2017 33,302 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 6 Jun 2016 30,047 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2015 24,157 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 24,149 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2012 22,557 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Jul 2011 16,428 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 YPG is a 2008 BMW R1200 in Grey with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 YPG, 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.

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What year was HK08 YPG registered?

HK08 YPG is a 2008 BMW R1200, first registered on 16 July 2008.

Is HK08 YPG safe to buy?

The MOT history for HK08 YPG shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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