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RO08 VHM

2008 BMW F800ST

Grey Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jun 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

36,637 mi
Last recorded36,637 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW F800ST19,550 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO08 VHM
MakeBMW
ModelF800ST
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2026 36,637 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Exhaust slightly loose rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 2 Jun 2025 36,049 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Offside Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Fail 2 Jun 2025 36,049 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Central Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 6 Jun 2024 33,563 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing more on offside of tyre (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 May 2023 31,874 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2022 31,063 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2021 30,905 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2019 29,056 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2018 26,708 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 25,813 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2016 25,636 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 24,496 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2015 24,496 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 10 Sep 2013 22,329 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 18 Oct 2012 18,627 miles

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

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 26 Sep 2011 13,599 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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RO08 VHM 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 RO08 VHM, 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.

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What year was RO08 VHM registered?

RO08 VHM is a 2008 BMW F800ST, first registered on 8 April 2008.

Is RO08 VHM safe to buy?

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