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M685 NPJ

1995 BMW F Series

Red Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Sep 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

55,237 mi
Last recorded55,237 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2025
Typical for 1995 BMW F Series32,532 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM685 NPJ
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2025 55,237 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 17 May 2016 54,984 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2015 53,337 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2013 50,198 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2012 46,672 miles

Nearside Front Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Pass 16 Jul 2011 44,864 miles

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

Fail 7 Jul 2010 42,985 miles

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))

Pass 7 Jul 2010 42,985 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2009 41,757 miles

Rear Brake linkage clevis joint slightly worn (3.2.A1d)

Pass 6 Jun 2008 40,296 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2007 38,465 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2007 37,701 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Fail 27 Jan 2007 37,701 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

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

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

How Reliable is the BMW F Series?

Based on 92,321 MOT tests across 8,598 vehicles.

88.0%
Pass Rate
1,110
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
8,598
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 651
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 616
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 570
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 310
Horn not working 299
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M685 NPJ is a 1995 BMW F Series in Red with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1995 BMW F Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 32,532 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW F Series fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 651 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M685 NPJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW F Series typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 31 years old, this BMW F Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was M685 NPJ registered?

M685 NPJ is a 1995 BMW F Series, first registered on 26 June 1995.

Is M685 NPJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for M685 NPJ shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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