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RE08 VRK

2008 BMW G Series

Red Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

14,354 mi
Last recorded14,354 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW G Series4,708 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE08 VRK
MakeBMW
ModelG Series
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2025 14,354 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2024 13,736 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2024 13,736 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Rear Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Feb 2021 12,993 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2018 11,814 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 21 Jul 2017 10,051 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2017 10,051 miles

Front Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 14 Mar 2016 9,873 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2016 9,873 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 9 Apr 2015 9,660 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 9,166 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 7,209 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2012 7,034 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2011 5,375 miles

How Reliable is the BMW G Series?

Based on 9,521 MOT tests across 1,081 vehicles.

88.5%
Pass Rate
841
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
1,081
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 46
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 30
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 21
Drive chain sprocket worn to excess 18
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RE08 VRK is a 2008 BMW G Series in Red with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2008 BMW G Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.5% with a typical mileage of 4,708 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 G Series fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 46 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RE08 VRK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW G Series typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 18 years old, this BMW G Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RE08 VRK registered?

RE08 VRK is a 2008 BMW G Series, first registered on 4 August 2008.

Is RE08 VRK safe to buy?

The MOT history for RE08 VRK shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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