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N629 FPU

1996 BMW F650

Red Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2021
Tests13 (7 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate53.8%

Mileage

49,543 mi
Last recorded49,543 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2020
Typical for 1996 BMW F65028,063 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN629 FPU
MakeBMW
ModelF650
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

7 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2020 49,543 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2020 49,543 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

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

Fail 7 Apr 2015 48,171 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 7 Apr 2015 48,171 miles

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

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

Fail 7 Feb 2014 48,160 miles

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

Pass 7 Feb 2014 48,160 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2009 46,649 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2009 46,641 miles

Centre Rear Lower Rear mono-shock pivot excessively worn (2.4.B.4)

Centre Rear Lower Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.6)

Pass 20 Mar 2008 45,595 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2008 45,589 miles

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

Rear Upper Rear mono-shock pivot excessively worn (2.4.B.4)

Pass 7 Nov 2006 44,927 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2005 44,486 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2005 44,474 miles

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

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

Brake pedal insecure (3.1.2a) DANGEROUS

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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N629 FPU is a 1996 BMW F650 in Red with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.

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 N629 FPU, 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 N629 FPU registered?

N629 FPU is a 1996 BMW F650, first registered on 26 April 1996.

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