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KR08 GJK

2008 BMW R1200

Silver Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jul 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

42,890 mi
Last recorded42,890 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW R120024,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR08 GJK
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 21 Jul 2026 42,890 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2025 41,800 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2024 39,432 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2023 34,947 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2022 28,212 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2022 28,209 miles
Pass 10 May 2021 26,256 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2020 23,691 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 23,401 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2018 20,441 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2017 19,694 miles
Pass 2 May 2015 17,981 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2014 12,497 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 10,513 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 8,083 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2011 5,825 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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KR08 GJK is a 2008 BMW R1200 in Silver with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 KR08 GJK, 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 KR08 GJK registered?

KR08 GJK is a 2008 BMW R1200, first registered on 25 April 2008.

Is KR08 GJK safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR08 GJK shows 16 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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