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N201 GLR

1996 BMW F650

Red Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2023
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

44,607 mi
Last recorded44,607 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2022
Typical for 1996 BMW F65028,063 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN201 GLR
MakeBMW
ModelF650
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2022 44,607 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2021 44,045 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2020 43,285 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Apr 2019 42,258 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 4 Apr 2019 42,252 miles

Steering operation impeded by a fairing handgaurds and mirror hitting screen (2.1.4 (e))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit very close to legal limit and worn out of shape (5.2.3 (e))

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose (5.2.2 (d))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 23 Mar 2018 41,181 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2017 40,401 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 39,559 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 38,325 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2014 37,648 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 36,503 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 35,659 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 34,439 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2010 33,761 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2009 32,251 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2008 30,598 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2007 29,307 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2006 27,861 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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N201 GLR is a 1996 BMW F650 in Red with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 N201 GLR, 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 N201 GLR registered?

N201 GLR is a 1996 BMW F650, first registered on 17 January 1996.

Is N201 GLR safe to buy?

The MOT history for N201 GLR shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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