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PN08 WZR

2008 BMW R1200GS

Red Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2025
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

67,518 mi
Last recorded67,518 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW R1200GS33,666 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN08 WZR
MakeBMW
ModelR1200GS
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Fail 7 Jul 2026 67,518 miles

Offside Rear Lower Brake master cylinder leaking (1.1.10 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Fail 8 May 2026 67,508 miles

Front Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 3 Feb 2024 66,963 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2023 66,582 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2022 65,920 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2020 64,466 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2020 59,524 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2019 53,701 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2017 47,617 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2016 41,380 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2015 31,814 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2014 29,267 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2014 29,267 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 1 Nov 2013 21,927 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 20,665 miles
Fail 23 May 2013 20,665 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 14 May 2012 19,405 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 15,745 miles

How Reliable is the BMW R1200GS?

Based on 1,384 MOT tests across 136 vehicles.

91.2%
Pass Rate
1,628
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
136
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 4
Headlamp aim too high 3
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 2
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PN08 WZR is a 2008 BMW R1200GS in Red with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2008 BMW R1200GS models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 33,666 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 R1200GS fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 4 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PN08 WZR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW R1200GS typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 18 years old, this BMW R1200GS is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PN08 WZR registered?

PN08 WZR is a 2008 BMW R1200GS, first registered on 11 April 2008.

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The MOT history for PN08 WZR shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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