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N23 PFC

1996 BMW F650

Green Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

24,200 mi
Last recorded24,200 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 1996 BMW F65028,063 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN23 PFC
MakeBMW
ModelF650
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 24,200 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Tyre Cracking

Pass 21 Mar 2025 23,684 miles

Front Steering head bearing has slight free play

Rear Tyre Cracking

Pass 22 Mar 2024 23,300 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 22 Mar 2024 23,300 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Pass 17 Nov 2022 22,550 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2021 21,263 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2020 20,299 miles

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive chain has tight spots (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front brake disk has slight corrosion

Fuel pipe damaged but not to excess (6.1.3 (c) (ii))

Pass 29 Aug 2008 17,762 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2007 15,074 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 5 Aug 2006 10,575 miles

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

Fail 5 Aug 2006 10,575 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

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

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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N23 PFC is a 1996 BMW F650 in Green with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 N23 PFC, 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 N23 PFC registered?

N23 PFC is a 1996 BMW F650, first registered on 25 July 1996.

Is N23 PFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for N23 PFC shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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