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L298 CNL

1994 BMW F650

Red Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2017
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

42,681 mi
Last recorded42,681 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2016
Typical for 1994 BMW F65030,939 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL298 CNL
MakeBMW
ModelF650
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2016 42,681 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2015 41,432 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 8 Mar 2014 37,721 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 14 Mar 2013 35,786 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2013 35,557 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2012 35,136 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

Fail 25 Jul 2012 35,089 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 10 Jun 2011 33,323 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2010 32,818 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2010 32,818 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 10 Jul 2009 32,494 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 30,820 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 6 Jun 2008 30,818 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 3 Apr 2007 27,640 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2007 27,640 miles

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

Pass 23 Feb 2006 24,049 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2006 24,049 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

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

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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L298 CNL is a 1994 BMW F650 in Red with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 L298 CNL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L298 CNL registered?

L298 CNL is a 1994 BMW F650, first registered on 24 June 1994.

Is L298 CNL safe to buy?

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