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N578 OYX

1996 BMW F650

Red Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2014
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

36,698 mi
Last recorded36,698 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2013
Typical for 1996 BMW F65028,063 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN578 OYX
MakeBMW
ModelF650
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2013 36,698 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 2 Aug 2013 36,698 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Stop lamp insecure (1.3.3b)

Pass 3 Aug 2012 36,478 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Front Wheel spoke slightly bent. (4.2.1b)

Fail 3 Aug 2012 36,478 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Front Wheel spoke slightly bent. (4.2.1b)

Pass 14 May 2011 35,947 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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N578 OYX is a 1996 BMW F650 in Red with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 N578 OYX, 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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What year was N578 OYX registered?

N578 OYX is a 1996 BMW F650, first registered on 15 April 1996.

Is N578 OYX safe to buy?

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