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RO08 XUF

2008 BMW G Series

White Petrol 450cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2015
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

2,224 mi
Last recorded2,224 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2014
Typical for 2008 BMW G Series4,708 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO08 XUF
MakeBMW
ModelG Series
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine450cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2014 2,224 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 3 Nov 2014 2,221 miles

Rear Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 4 Jul 2013
Fail 4 Oct 2011

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Horn missing (1.7.1)

Rear Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Rear position lamp damaged and function impaired (1.1.1b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

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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RO08 XUF is a 2008 BMW G Series in White with a 450cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 RO08 XUF, 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 RO08 XUF registered?

RO08 XUF is a 2008 BMW G Series, first registered on 15 July 2008.

Is RO08 XUF safe to buy?

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