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N46 CNV

1996 BMW F650

Black Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 May 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

23,117 mi
Last recorded23,117 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 1996 BMW F65028,063 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN46 CNV
MakeBMW
ModelF650
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 23,117 miles
Fail 16 May 2026 23,107 miles

Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

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

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

Pass 23 May 2025 21,979 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2025 21,960 miles

Nearside Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

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

Rear Stop lamp not working Control 2 (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 18 Mar 2024 19,545 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2024 19,545 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Oct 2022 19,183 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2021 18,808 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2021 18,808 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 4 Nov 2020 18,081 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2019 17,319 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2018 16,909 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2017 16,345 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2017 16,345 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 8 Oct 2016 15,403 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 15,349 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 15,230 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 15,013 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 13,489 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 10,529 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 10,354 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2007 9,151 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2006 8,953 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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N46 CNV is a 1996 BMW F650 in Black with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 N46 CNV, 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 N46 CNV registered?

N46 CNV is a 1996 BMW F650, first registered on 14 June 1996.

Is N46 CNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for N46 CNV shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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