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YF08 VWB

2008 BMW F800GS

Yellow Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

26,311 mi
Last recorded26,311 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW F800GS20,352 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF08 VWB
MakeBMW
ModelF800GS
Year2008
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 26,311 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2025 25,868 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2023 25,657 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 2 Dec 2023 25,657 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 5 Dec 2022 25,452 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Fail 28 Nov 2022 25,452 miles

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Rear rear brake hose plastic to swinging arm loose

Pass 27 Oct 2021 25,153 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2020 15,929 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2016 11,893 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2015 11,333 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2014 7,942 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2013 4,494 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 3,622 miles

bolt for chain guard snapped, guard still secure.

Pass 5 May 2011 2,925 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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YF08 VWB is a 2008 BMW F800GS in Yellow with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 YF08 VWB, 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 YF08 VWB registered?

YF08 VWB is a 2008 BMW F800GS, first registered on 29 May 2008.

Is YF08 VWB safe to buy?

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