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KR08 XGE

2008 BMW R1200

Blue Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Aug 2027
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

21,117 mi
Last recorded21,117 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW R120024,274 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR08 XGE
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 10 Aug 2026 21,117 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2025 20,052 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2024 19,939 miles

Rear oil leak at right side of engine.

Pass 25 Jul 2023 19,700 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2022 19,326 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2021 18,918 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2020 18,270 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2019 17,529 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2018 17,047 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 16,352 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2016 15,511 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2015 14,472 miles
Pass 3 May 2014 13,189 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 13,099 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2013 12,409 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2012 11,389 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 9,700 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 XGE is a 2008 BMW R1200 in Blue with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 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 XGE, 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 KR08 XGE?

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What year was KR08 XGE registered?

KR08 XGE is a 2008 BMW R1200, first registered on 2 May 2008.

Is KR08 XGE safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR08 XGE shows 17 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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