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Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Suspension attachment bracket/mounting insecure (5.3.3 (a) (i))
Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls Only working when rear brake is applied (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS
Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls not working when front brake applied (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Drive chain horseshoe locking device incorrectly fitted (6.1.7 (j) (i))
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))
Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)
Rear brake hose - not in clip under rear arm
Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)
Excessive wear at clutch lever pivot
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Front Front mudguard insecure (2.3.7)
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))
Lower Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)
Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)
Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii)) DANGEROUS
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Excessive wear at clutch lever pivot
Front Brake disc(s) securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1g)
Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)
Nail in rear tyre
Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)
Nail in rear tyre
Inner Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)
Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)
Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)
Front Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)
Coolant radiator damaged
Cut in rear tyre
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))
How Reliable is the BMW F650?
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N397 BJM is a 1996 BMW F650 in Black with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.
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 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 N397 BJM, 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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N397 BJM is a 1996 BMW F650, first registered on 30 December 1996.
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