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N390 HTU

1996 BMW F650

Red Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jul 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

30,014 mi
Last recorded30,014 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2025
Typical for 1996 BMW F65028,063 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN390 HTU
MakeBMW
ModelF650
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2025 30,014 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2024 28,853 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2024 28,853 miles

Stop lamp not working not working from front brake control. (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Jul 2023 27,104 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2022 25,539 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2021 24,671 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2020 24,409 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2019 23,252 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2018 21,020 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2017 19,253 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 20 Aug 2016 17,754 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 15,291 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 14,009 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 13,618 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 12,347 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 10,936 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2010 10,608 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2009 9,970 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Jun 2008 9,499 miles
Pass 25 May 2007 9,000 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2006 8,850 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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N390 HTU is a 1996 BMW F650 in Red with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 N390 HTU, 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 N390 HTU registered?

N390 HTU is a 1996 BMW F650, first registered on 21 June 1996.

Is N390 HTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for N390 HTU shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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