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N142 JCV

1996 BMW F650

White Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2023
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

16,244 mi
Last recorded16,244 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2022
Typical for 1996 BMW F65028,063 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN142 JCV
MakeBMW
ModelF650
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2022 16,244 miles

weak front brake

Pass 31 Aug 2021 15,452 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2021 15,422 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear shock lower mounting (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2020 14,638 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2019 13,950 miles

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear suspension linkage slight slackness. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Sep 2016 13,904 miles

Brake fluid reservoir slightly corroded Rear brake hose clip. (3.2.B1b)

Fork dust seals corroded.

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake Brake rubbing slightly. (3.3.A1b)

Pass 18 Jun 2014 13,879 miles

Brake fluid reservoir slightly corroded (3.2.B1b)

Fork dust seals corroded.

Pass 24 Jun 2013 13,816 miles

fork dust caps corroded

Pass 13 Jun 2012 13,727 miles

Front fork dust seals corroded.

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

Pass 4 Jun 2011 13,525 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2010 13,293 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 12,641 miles

carb inlet rubbers perished

Pass 10 Jun 2008 11,659 miles

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

Pass 5 Jun 2007 10,767 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 8 Jun 2006 9,693 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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N142 JCV is a 1996 BMW F650 in White with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1996 BMW F650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.1% with a typical mileage of 28,063 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 N142 JCV, 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 30 years old, this BMW F650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N142 JCV registered?

N142 JCV is a 1996 BMW F650, first registered on 12 February 1996.

Is N142 JCV safe to buy?

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