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M788 VBV

1995 BMW F650

White Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Oct 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

32,740 mi
Last recorded32,740 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2025
Typical for 1995 BMW F65030,456 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM788 VBV
MakeBMW
ModelF650
Year1995
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2025 32,740 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2024 32,106 miles

Offside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 22 Sep 2023 31,102 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2022 30,356 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2018 30,313 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 13 Nov 2018 30,290 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 8 Nov 2017 25,946 miles

Front brake sticking slightly

Pass 17 Nov 2016 19,576 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2016 19,328 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2015 18,942 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2013 17,849 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2011 17,171 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2010 15,145 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2009 14,243 miles

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

Fail 28 Jul 2009 14,243 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort fall disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 16 Aug 2008 13,497 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2007 12,759 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2006 11,742 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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M788 VBV is a 1995 BMW F650 in White with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1995 BMW F650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 30,456 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 M788 VBV, 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 31 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 M788 VBV registered?

M788 VBV is a 1995 BMW F650, first registered on 29 April 1995.

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