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N495 BMO

1997 BMW F650

Black Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

13,506 mi
Last recorded13,506 miles
Recorded on8 May 2019
Typical for 1997 BMW F65026,358 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN495 BMO
MakeBMW
ModelF650
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 May 2019 13,506 miles
Fail 7 May 2019 13,506 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2018 12,479 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2017 12,215 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 11,915 miles
Fail 16 May 2016 11,915 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Fail 3 Oct 2014 11,814 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 3 Oct 2014 11,814 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2013 10,095 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2012 8,442 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2011 6,929 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2010 3,070 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2009 2,873 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2008 956 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2007 18,023 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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N495 BMO is a 1997 BMW F650 in Black with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1997 BMW F650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.9% with a typical mileage of 26,358 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 N495 BMO, 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 29 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 N495 BMO registered?

N495 BMO is a 1997 BMW F650, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is N495 BMO safe to buy?

The MOT history for N495 BMO shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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