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SX08 CHG

2008 BMW F800GS

Yellow Petrol 800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Aug 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

35,236 mi
Last recorded35,236 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW F800GS20,352 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSX08 CHG
MakeBMW
ModelF800GS
Year2008
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine800cc
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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2025 35,236 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2023 33,861 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2019 30,601 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Nearside Handlebar mirror loose but not not insecure

Nearside Upper oil leak from engine not excessive

Offside Rear Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))

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

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

Pass 9 Jul 2018 27,101 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2017 24,644 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2017 24,644 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 25 May 2016 24,482 miles

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

Fail 22 Apr 2015 23,606 miles

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 22 Apr 2015 23,606 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2014 22,443 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2013 21,887 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2012 16,873 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2011 8,578 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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SX08 CHG is a 2008 BMW F800GS in Yellow with a 800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 SX08 CHG, 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 SX08 CHG registered?

SX08 CHG is a 2008 BMW F800GS, first registered on 20 June 2008.

Is SX08 CHG safe to buy?

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