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N259 JRK

1996 BMW F650

Black Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2012
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

32,663 mi
Last recorded32,663 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2011
Typical for 1996 BMW F65028,063 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN259 JRK
MakeBMW
ModelF650
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2011 32,663 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 23 May 2010 32,633 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 29 May 2009 32,271 miles
Pass 24 May 2008 31,740 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Rear Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 21 May 2008 31,737 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Rear Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 26 May 2007 31,225 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

Pass 25 May 2006 30,655 miles
Fail 16 May 2006 30,655 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Rear Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 5 May 2006 30,636 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Lower Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Upper Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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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N259 JRK is a 1996 BMW F650 in Black with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 N259 JRK, 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 N259 JRK registered?

N259 JRK is a 1996 BMW F650, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is N259 JRK safe to buy?

The MOT history for N259 JRK shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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