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FG08 ZGN

2008 BMW F800GS

Yellow Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2020
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

70,140 mi
Last recorded70,140 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2019
Typical for 2008 BMW F800GS20,352 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG08 ZGN
MakeBMW
ModelF800GS
Year2008
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2019 70,140 miles

front and rear tyres perished

Pass 13 Jun 2018 67,979 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2017 67,913 miles

Rear Non standard exhaust fitted

Fail 25 Apr 2017 67,907 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 14 Dec 2015 67,389 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

numberplate light not working

Pass 24 Nov 2014 65,325 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

the rear tyre is slightly cracking

Pass 25 Nov 2013 61,668 miles

Chain guard missing

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

front sprocket cover is missing

Pass 23 Nov 2012 54,996 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Nov 2011 35,962 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 7 Feb 2011 29,980 miles

headlight cracked

How Reliable is the BMW F800GS?

Based on 2,325 MOT tests across 257 vehicles.

91.2%
Pass Rate
1,281
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
257
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 12
wheel bearings have excessive free play 5
wheel bearings have excessive free play 5
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 4
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 4
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FG08 ZGN is a 2008 BMW F800GS in Yellow with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2008 BMW F800GS models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.6% with a typical mileage of 20,352 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 F800GS fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 12 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FG08 ZGN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW F800GS typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 18 years old, this BMW F800GS is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FG08 ZGN registered?

FG08 ZGN is a 2008 BMW F800GS, first registered on 22 April 2008.

Is FG08 ZGN safe to buy?

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