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KR08 UGW

2008 BMW R1200

Black Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2023
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

59,732 mi
Last recorded59,732 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2022
Typical for 2008 BMW R120024,274 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR08 UGW
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2022 59,732 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2021 56,523 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2020 54,425 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2019 49,086 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2018 44,947 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2017 38,492 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 35,894 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2015 35,889 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 21 May 2014 32,467 miles

Nearside Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Offside Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Offside rear pillion footrest loose.

Pass 18 May 2013 26,868 miles

Centre Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 17 May 2012 23,964 miles

Centre Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 4 May 2011 19,102 miles
Fail 4 May 2011 19,102 miles

Rear Registration plate letter/figure missing (6.3.1c)

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 UGW is a 2008 BMW R1200 in Black with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 KR08 UGW, 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 UGW registered?

KR08 UGW is a 2008 BMW R1200, first registered on 29 April 2008.

Is KR08 UGW safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR08 UGW shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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