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N173 GRE

1996 BMW F650

Red Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

49,093 mi
Last recorded49,093 miles
Recorded on21 May 2018
Typical for 1996 BMW F65028,063 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN173 GRE
MakeBMW
ModelF650
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 May 2018 49,093 miles
Fail 21 May 2018 49,093 miles

Stop lamp not working changed bulb (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 May 2017 47,281 miles

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

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

Pass 17 May 2016 44,758 miles

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

Pass 5 May 2015 42,993 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

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

Pass 3 May 2014 40,873 miles
Fail 3 May 2014 40,873 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 25 May 2013 40,829 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 40,622 miles
Fail 26 May 2012 40,622 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 21 May 2011 40,400 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2010 39,714 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2009 39,421 miles
Pass 3 May 2008 38,992 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 38,478 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2007 38,461 miles

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

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 13 Apr 2006 36,105 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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N173 GRE is a 1996 BMW F650 in Red with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 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 N173 GRE, 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 N173 GRE registered?

N173 GRE is a 1996 BMW F650, first registered on 13 March 1996.

Is N173 GRE safe to buy?

The MOT history for N173 GRE shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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