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OV56 TSU

2006 BMW F800ST

Blue Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Aug 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

36,682 mi
Last recorded36,682 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW F800ST23,014 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV56 TSU
MakeBMW
ModelF800ST
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2025 36,682 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2024 36,588 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2023 35,855 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

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

Pass 31 Aug 2022 33,290 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2021 30,515 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2021 30,511 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

Nearside Front Upper Forks insecure bolt missing (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 8 Jun 2019 24,432 miles
Pass 5 May 2018 22,361 miles
Pass 6 May 2017 21,022 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 17,288 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 17,271 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2012 16,745 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2011 15,621 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2011 15,621 miles

Offside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 19 Oct 2010 13,989 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2009 11,754 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2009 11,751 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

How Reliable is the BMW F800ST?

Based on 3,197 MOT tests across 283 vehicles.

89.1%
Pass Rate
1,220
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
283
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 29
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 19
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 19
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 9
Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick 8
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OV56 TSU is a 2006 BMW F800ST in Blue with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2006 BMW F800ST models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.3% with a typical mileage of 23,014 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 F800ST fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 29 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OV56 TSU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW F800ST typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 20 years old, this BMW F800ST is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OV56 TSU registered?

OV56 TSU is a 2006 BMW F800ST, first registered on 1 November 2006.

Is OV56 TSU safe to buy?

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