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N379 HHG

1996 BMW F650

Black Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jul 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

24,834 mi
Last recorded24,834 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2025
Typical for 1996 BMW F65028,063 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN379 HHG
MakeBMW
ModelF650
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2025 24,834 miles

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

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose (5.2.2 (d))

Fail 9 Jul 2025 24,828 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 1 Jun 2024 22,171 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 27 May 2023 22,119 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2022 22,041 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2021 21,803 miles

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 17 Mar 2020 21,542 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2019 21,404 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2019 21,404 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Apr 2018 20,845 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 7 Dec 2016 20,369 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 31 May 2014 15,943 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 14,349 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Mar 2011 12,963 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2010 9,408 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2010 9,367 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Dec 2008 7,592 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Jun 2007 5,171 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2006 4,450 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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N379 HHG is a 1996 BMW F650 in Black with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 N379 HHG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N379 HHG registered?

N379 HHG is a 1996 BMW F650, first registered on 11 April 1996.

Is N379 HHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for N379 HHG shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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