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HK08 YNO

2008 BMW F800GS

Yellow Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Sep 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

21,049 mi
Last recorded21,049 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW F800GS20,352 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK08 YNO
MakeBMW
ModelF800GS
Year2008
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc
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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2025 21,049 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2024 19,022 miles

bike is covered in oily residue, cannot tell if an oil leak is present.

Fail 3 Sep 2024 19,022 miles

Nearside Handlebar fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

bike is covered in oily residue, cannot tell if an oil leak is present.

Pass 27 Jul 2023 18,685 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 12 Jul 2022 16,470 miles

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 20 Feb 2021 15,634 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 25 Feb 2020 13,208 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Fail 25 Feb 2020 13,208 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Pass 17 Nov 2018 12,710 miles

Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 15 Aug 2017 10,105 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2016 8,187 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2015 4,391 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2014 4,043 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 3,155 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2012 2,640 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 1,993 miles

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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HK08 YNO is a 2008 BMW F800GS in Yellow with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 HK08 YNO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HK08 YNO registered?

HK08 YNO is a 2008 BMW F800GS, first registered on 16 July 2008.

Is HK08 YNO safe to buy?

The MOT history for HK08 YNO shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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