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N179 GRE

1996 BMW F650

Black Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2012
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

36,575 mi
Last recorded36,575 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2011
Typical for 1996 BMW F65028,063 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN179 GRE
MakeBMW
ModelF650
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2011 36,575 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 21 May 2010 36,229 miles

Upper Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 25 Jun 2008 31,154 miles

Stop lamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.3.3a)

Fail 25 Jun 2008 31,154 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Stop lamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.3.3a)

Pass 2 May 2006

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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N179 GRE is a 1996 BMW F650 in Black with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 N179 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N179 GRE registered?

N179 GRE is a 1996 BMW F650, first registered on 28 March 1996.

Is N179 GRE safe to buy?

The MOT history for N179 GRE shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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