2008 BMW F650gs MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for F650gs models manufactured in 2008, based on 108 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
2008 BMW F650gs MOT Analysis
The 2008 BMW F650gs has an MOT pass rate of 94.4% based on 108 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 15,114 miles on the odometer. With a 5.6% failure rate, the 2008 F650gs is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 2008 BMW F650gs is Motorcycle steering and suspension, responsible for 0.9% of failures. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. Typical repair costs range from £200–500.
Top failures specific to 2008 models only. The overall F650gs page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Motorcycle Steering And Suspension | 0.9% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 15,114 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Motorcycle steering and suspension | 0.61 | 0.9% | 1 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 2008 BMW F650gs has an MOT pass rate of 94.4% based on 108 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 15,114 miles on the odometer. With a 5.6% failure rate, the 2008 F650gs is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 2008 BMW F650gs, you can expect reliable MOT performance overall. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to motorcycle steering and suspension: Look for uneven tyre wear, listen for clunking over bumps, and check if the car pulls to one side. A bouncy ride suggests worn shock absorbers. Visually inspect coil springs for cracks. With relatively low average mileage of 15,114 miles, many of these vehicles are still in good mechanical condition.
Motorcycle steering and suspension — 0.9% of failures
Motorcycle steering and suspension issues account for 0.9% of MOT failures on 2008 BMW F650gs models. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. Typical repair costs: £200–500. Pre-MOT check: Look for uneven tyre wear, listen for clunking over bumps, and check if the car pulls to one side. A bouncy ride suggests worn shock absorbers. Visually inspect coil springs for cracks.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.