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HV08 WGZ

2008 BMW R1200

Silver Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Aug 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

56,546 mi
Last recorded56,546 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW R120024,274 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV08 WGZ
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2025 56,546 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2024 55,964 miles

Rear Top box securing bracket severely cracked. Significantly reducing the security of the top box.

Pass 16 Aug 2023 55,530 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2022 54,256 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2021 52,720 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2020 52,099 miles
Pass 21 May 2019 49,196 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 45,477 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 41,486 miles

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

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

Pass 18 May 2016 38,802 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 34,395 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 25,134 miles

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

Fail 2 May 2014 25,134 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 20 May 2013 20,553 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2013 20,250 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2012 15,758 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 12,804 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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HV08 WGZ is a 2008 BMW R1200 in Silver 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 HV08 WGZ, 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 HV08 WGZ registered?

HV08 WGZ is a 2008 BMW R1200, first registered on 27 March 2008.

Is HV08 WGZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV08 WGZ 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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