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N285 MHG

1997 BMW F650

Red Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Mar 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

41,692 mi
Last recorded41,692 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 BMW F65026,358 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN285 MHG
MakeBMW
ModelF650
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2026 41,692 miles

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

Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear linkage (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Mar 2026 41,692 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear linkage (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Mar 2025 41,640 miles

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

Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Linkage (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Mar 2024 41,519 miles

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

Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Linkage (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Mar 2023 41,461 miles

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Slight freeplay in linkage bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 8 Mar 2022 41,299 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2021 41,168 miles

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

Pass 3 Mar 2020 41,062 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2020 41,062 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 11 Mar 2019 40,753 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2018 40,470 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2017 38,432 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 2 Jul 2016 37,345 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2014 36,743 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2014 36,743 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2011 36,710 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2011 36,710 miles

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 15 May 2010 34,417 miles
Fail 8 May 2010 34,412 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 4 Oct 2008 34,267 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2007 33,241 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2006 30,068 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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N285 MHG is a 1997 BMW F650 in Red with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

Across all 1997 BMW F650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.9% with a typical mileage of 26,358 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 N285 MHG, 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 29 years old, this BMW F650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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N285 MHG is a 1997 BMW F650, first registered on 1 April 1997.

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