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N244 EKU

1996 BMW F650

Red Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2025
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

27,896 mi
Last recorded27,896 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2024
Typical for 1996 BMW F65028,063 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN244 EKU
MakeBMW
ModelF650
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2024 27,896 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2022 27,434 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2020 27,095 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2020 27,095 miles

Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Apr 2017 26,945 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2016 26,072 miles

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

Fail 4 Mar 2016 26,072 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

Fail 13 Feb 2015 23,896 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 13 Feb 2015 23,896 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2014 22,193 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 8 Mar 2013 21,691 miles

Rear Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

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

Pass 28 Feb 2012 20,883 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 20,882 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 20,254 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Sep 2008 19,278 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2008 19,278 miles

Rear Brake linkage excessively damaged (3.2.A1c)

Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Pass 8 Sep 2007 17,777 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2006 17,633 miles
Pass 28 May 2005 17,515 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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N244 EKU is a 1996 BMW F650 in Red with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 N244 EKU, 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 N244 EKU registered?

N244 EKU is a 1996 BMW F650, first registered on 27 June 1996.

Is N244 EKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for N244 EKU shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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