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L235 OWU

1994 BMW F650

Black Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2019
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

48,919 mi
Last recorded48,919 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2018
Typical for 1994 BMW F65030,939 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL235 OWU
MakeBMW
ModelF650
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2018 48,919 miles

Rear Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Jun 2017 47,803 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2015 45,749 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2013 43,914 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2013 43,914 miles

Brake pedal pivots excessively worn (3.1.3a)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Jul 2011 38,823 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2011 38,823 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 3 Dec 2008 35,447 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2007 26,018 miles

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

Nearside mirror glass vbroken

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

Pass 18 Mar 2006 10,248 miles

How Reliable is the BMW F650?

Based on 23,786 MOT tests across 2,143 vehicles.

82.4%
Pass Rate
832
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
2,143
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 498
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 367
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 272
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 259
Drive chain excessively loose 131
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L235 OWU is a 1994 BMW F650 in Black with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1994 BMW F650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.7% with a typical mileage of 30,939 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 F650 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 498 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L235 OWU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW F650 typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 32 years old, this BMW F650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L235 OWU registered?

L235 OWU is a 1994 BMW F650, first registered on 28 January 1994.

Is L235 OWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for L235 OWU shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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