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KJ08 GDX

2008 BMW F800

Blue Petrol 800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

19,361 mi
Last recorded19,361 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW F80021,907 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKJ08 GDX
MakeBMW
ModelF800
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine800cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 19,361 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2025 18,924 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2025 18,923 miles

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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

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

Fail 5 Aug 2025 18,891 miles

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Aug 2024 18,136 miles

Drive belt worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 18 Aug 2023 18,054 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2022 17,823 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2022 17,805 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 Jul 2021 17,299 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 23 Jul 2020 16,754 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2018 16,622 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2018 16,614 miles

Rear Upper Brake hose leaking (1.1.12 (c)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Jun 2017 14,847 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 14,843 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2014 13,382 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 11,840 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 18 Jun 2012 9,794 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 7,888 miles

How Reliable is the BMW F800?

Based on 2,242 MOT tests across 222 vehicles.

89.0%
Pass Rate
1,320
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
222
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 16
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 16
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing 11
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 10
wheel bearings have excessive free play 7
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KJ08 GDX is a 2008 BMW F800 in Blue with a 800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2008 BMW F800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.1% with a typical mileage of 21,907 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 F800 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 16 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KJ08 GDX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW F800 typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 18 years old, this BMW F800 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KJ08 GDX registered?

KJ08 GDX is a 2008 BMW F800, first registered on 17 July 2008.

Is KJ08 GDX safe to buy?

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