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VK08 FRD

2008 BMW F800S

Yellow Petrol 800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Sep 2026
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

82,909 mi
Last recorded82,909 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW F800S19,455 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK08 FRD
MakeBMW
ModelF800S
Year2008
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine800cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2025 82,909 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Fail 10 Sep 2025 82,906 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play drive hub support bearings (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Rear Drive belt slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 10 Sep 2024 78,270 miles

Rear Wheel hub worn, but not excessively (5.2.1 (b) (i))

Fail 4 Sep 2024 78,265 miles

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

Offside Shock absorber likely to become detached (5.3.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Wheel hub worn, but not excessively (5.2.1 (b) (i))

Front oil leak

Pass 11 Jul 2023 69,033 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2023 69,015 miles

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

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

Fail 27 Jun 2023 68,978 miles

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

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

Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Steering headbearing in such a condition that steering control is adversely affected (2.2.2 (f) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 11 Jul 2022 59,828 miles

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

Fail 28 Jun 2022 59,823 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Mar 2019 58,928 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 47,012 miles

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

Offside Footrest rubber missing.

Fail 16 Jun 2017 47,012 miles

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

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

Offside Footrest rubber missing.

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 20 Jun 2016 39,960 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 34,701 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 16 Jun 2014 32,258 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 31,633 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 24,764 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 4 Mar 2011 17,051 miles

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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VK08 FRD is a 2008 BMW F800S in Yellow with a 800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VK08 FRD, 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.

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What year was VK08 FRD registered?

VK08 FRD is a 2008 BMW F800S, first registered on 22 March 2008.

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