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OW08 AYL

2008 BMW F800GS

Yellow Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

47,068 mi
Last recorded47,068 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW F800GS20,352 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOW08 AYL
MakeBMW
ModelF800GS
Year2008
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2025 47,068 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 2 Apr 2024 39,529 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2023 36,497 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2022 34,350 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2021 33,606 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2019 31,737 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2018 30,471 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 27,308 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2016 26,558 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2015 25,597 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 24,096 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 22,974 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2013 22,961 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2011 18,994 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 18 Jun 2011 18,994 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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OW08 AYL is a 2008 BMW F800GS in Yellow with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 OW08 AYL, 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

How do I check the history of OW08 AYL?

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What year was OW08 AYL registered?

OW08 AYL is a 2008 BMW F800GS, first registered on 16 July 2008.

Is OW08 AYL safe to buy?

The MOT history for OW08 AYL shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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