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VE08 GZP

2008 BMW F800GS

Yellow Petrol 800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Feb 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

106,603 mi
Last recorded106,603 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW F800GS20,352 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE08 GZP
MakeBMW
ModelF800GS
Year2008
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine800cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2026 106,603 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2024 106,602 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2023 106,600 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2022 104,319 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2021 97,036 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2021 97,036 miles

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 9 Nov 2020 91,672 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2019 86,225 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2019 86,225 miles

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Oct 2018 78,427 miles

Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 29 Oct 2018 78,427 miles

Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Nov 2017 71,445 miles

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

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 15 Nov 2016 64,617 miles

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

Pass 16 Nov 2015 57,293 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2014 50,460 miles

Nail in rear tyre

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

Pass 2 Sep 2013 39,976 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 32,224 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 24,327 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2011 24,327 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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

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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VE08 GZP is a 2008 BMW F800GS in Yellow with a 800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 VE08 GZP, 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 VE08 GZP registered?

VE08 GZP is a 2008 BMW F800GS, first registered on 10 July 2008.

Is VE08 GZP safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE08 GZP shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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