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OV08 KTG

2008 BMW F800GS

Yellow Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2021
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

36,285 mi
Last recorded36,285 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2020
Typical for 2008 BMW F800GS20,352 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV08 KTG
MakeBMW
ModelF800GS
Year2008
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2020 36,285 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2019 34,398 miles

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

Fail 4 Oct 2019 34,398 miles

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

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

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

Pass 11 Sep 2018 30,525 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2017 27,380 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 24,361 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2015 20,143 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2013 17,878 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 9 Jun 2012 13,997 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2011 11,824 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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OV08 KTG 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 OV08 KTG, 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 OV08 KTG registered?

OV08 KTG is a 2008 BMW F800GS, first registered on 12 April 2008.

Is OV08 KTG safe to buy?

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