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LC08 FGM

2008 BMW F800S

Red Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Apr 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

24,355 mi
Last recorded24,355 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW F800S19,455 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC08 FGM
MakeBMW
ModelF800S
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 24,355 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2025 24,062 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2024 23,643 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2023 22,681 miles

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

Fail 11 Jul 2023 22,681 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Jun 2022 20,858 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2021 18,521 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2021 17,956 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2019 17,844 miles

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

Pass 10 Mar 2018 17,762 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2017 17,076 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2015 15,842 miles

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

Pass 17 Dec 2014 14,878 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2014 13,951 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 13,436 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 12,981 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2011 12,981 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

How Reliable is the BMW F800S?

Based on 1,434 MOT tests across 123 vehicles.

86.3%
Pass Rate
1,363
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
123
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 23
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 12
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 11
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 11
Headlamp aim too high 7
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LC08 FGM is a 2008 BMW F800S in Red with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2008 BMW F800S models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.0% with a typical mileage of 19,455 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW F800S fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 23 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LC08 FGM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW F800S typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 18 years old, this BMW F800S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LC08 FGM registered?

LC08 FGM is a 2008 BMW F800S, first registered on 24 May 2008.

Is LC08 FGM safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC08 FGM shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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