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HY08 RKA

2008 BMW R1200

Blue Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2019
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

31,663 mi
Last recorded31,663 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2018
Typical for 2008 BMW R120024,274 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY08 RKA
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc
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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 31 Jul 2018 31,663 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 30,222 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 30,199 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 27,550 miles

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

Pass 13 Aug 2014 23,774 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 17,989 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 15,092 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 9,192 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2011 8,641 miles

Rear wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.4.A.2c)

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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HY08 RKA is a 2008 BMW R1200 in Blue with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 HY08 RKA, 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 HY08 RKA?

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What year was HY08 RKA registered?

HY08 RKA is a 2008 BMW R1200, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is HY08 RKA safe to buy?

The MOT history for HY08 RKA shows 9 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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