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RE08 FVC

2008 BMW F800ST

Grey Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Aug 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

21,700 mi
Last recorded21,700 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW F800ST19,550 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE08 FVC
MakeBMW
ModelF800ST
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2025 21,700 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2024 21,181 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2023 20,110 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2022 19,237 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2022 19,237 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2021 19,128 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2019 18,782 miles

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

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

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 16 May 2018 18,498 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Pass 13 May 2017 18,052 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 15,230 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 11,691 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 10,695 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 9,893 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2012 8,273 miles

Drive belt slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Engine oil leak from the engine.

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 19 Apr 2012 8,273 miles

Drive belt slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Engine oil leak from the engine.

Pass 19 Apr 2011 4,842 miles

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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RE08 FVC is a 2008 BMW F800ST in Grey with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2008 BMW F800ST models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.8% with a typical mileage of 19,550 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 RE08 FVC, 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 18 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 RE08 FVC registered?

RE08 FVC is a 2008 BMW F800ST, first registered on 8 July 2008.

Is RE08 FVC safe to buy?

The MOT history for RE08 FVC shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RE08 FVC have outstanding finance?

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