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N397 BJM

1996 BMW F650

Black Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jan 2027
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

66,815 mi
Last recorded66,815 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2026
Typical for 1996 BMW F65028,063 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN397 BJM
MakeBMW
ModelF650
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2026 66,815 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Fail 19 Jan 2026 66,795 miles

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))

Pass 18 Dec 2024 64,570 miles

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))

Fail 1 Nov 2024 64,526 miles

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))

Pass 16 Sep 2023 63,804 miles

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

Fail 16 Sep 2023 63,804 miles

Drive chain horseshoe locking device incorrectly fitted (6.1.7 (j) (i))

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

Pass 18 Jun 2022 59,527 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2021 57,985 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2019 53,227 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2019 53,221 miles

Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Feb 2016 50,238 miles

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)

Pass 7 Aug 2014 45,561 miles

Excessive wear at clutch lever pivot

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

Fail 2 Aug 2014 45,561 miles

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

Fail 13 Jul 2013 43,455 miles

Front Brake disc(s) securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1g)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 13 Jul 2013 43,455 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 14 Jul 2012 39,759 miles

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)

Pass 23 Jul 2011 36,338 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 24 Jul 2010 32,269 miles

Front Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 1 Aug 2009 28,005 miles

Coolant radiator damaged

Cut in rear tyre

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 8 Aug 2008 24,542 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2008 24,542 miles

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))

Pass 4 Aug 2006 23,812 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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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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