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KS08 HCH

2008 BMW R1200

Blue Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

21,928 mi
Last recorded21,928 miles
Recorded on8 May 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW R120024,274 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS08 HCH
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 May 2025 21,928 miles

Central Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit centre close. Squared off (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Aug 2023 21,690 miles

Central Front Upper Light corrosion on front damper spring

Pass 15 Jul 2022 20,845 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2018 20,779 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 20,599 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 20,206 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 19,629 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2015 19,629 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 1 May 2014 18,040 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 15,002 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 11,495 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2011 6,704 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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KS08 HCH is a 2008 BMW R1200 in Blue with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 KS08 HCH, 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 KS08 HCH registered?

KS08 HCH is a 2008 BMW R1200, first registered on 8 May 2008.

Is KS08 HCH safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS08 HCH shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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