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L423 GBL

1993 BMW F650

Red Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

7,449 mi
Last recorded7,449 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 1993 BMW F65011,871 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL423 GBL
MakeBMW
ModelF650
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 7,449 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2024 7,292 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2024 7,292 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 15 Jul 2023 6,899 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2023 6,899 miles

Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Jul 2022 6,817 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2021 6,772 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2020 5,794 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 21 Jul 2018 5,378 miles

Front Wheel corroded but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Wheel corroded but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 30 Nov 2016 4,779 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2015 4,669 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2014 4,466 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 25 Sep 2013 1,716 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 1 Oct 2012 5,450 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 23 Sep 2011 5,430 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2010 7,220 miles

Chain guard missing

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

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

note no gear box sprocket cover fitted

note oil/coolant hose on n/s lower of engine is cracking

Pass 23 Sep 2009 26,033 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2008 23,103 miles

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

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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L423 GBL is a 1993 BMW F650 in Red with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1993 BMW F650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.8% with a typical mileage of 11,871 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 L423 GBL, 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 33 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 L423 GBL registered?

L423 GBL is a 1993 BMW F650, first registered on 28 October 1993.

Is L423 GBL safe to buy?

The MOT history for L423 GBL shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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