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FY09 RCV

2009 BMW F800ST

Blue Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

18,099 mi
Last recorded18,099 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW F800ST18,967 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY09 RCV
MakeBMW
ModelF800ST
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc
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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2025 18,099 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2023 16,886 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2021 16,767 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2020 16,155 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2019 16,029 miles

Exhaust loose at front not blowing.. Baffle chamber rattling in silencer

Nearside Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Pass 22 Aug 2018 14,362 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2017 13,095 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2017 13,095 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Pass 17 Sep 2016 12,169 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2015 10,869 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2014 10,047 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2014 10,047 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 27 Mar 2013 8,231 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 6,494 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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FY09 RCV is a 2009 BMW F800ST in Blue with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2009 BMW F800ST models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.1% with a typical mileage of 18,967 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 FY09 RCV, 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 17 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 FY09 RCV registered?

FY09 RCV is a 2009 BMW F800ST, first registered on 9 April 2009.

Is FY09 RCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY09 RCV shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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