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P286 FNV

1996 BMW F650

Green Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2023
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

25,788 mi
Last recorded25,788 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2022
Typical for 1996 BMW F65028,063 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP286 FNV
MakeBMW
ModelF650
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2022 25,788 miles

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

Front Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively noisy on rotation (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

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

Pass 30 Sep 2021 20,960 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2017 20,912 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2017 20,910 miles

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

Pass 9 Feb 2015 18,319 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2014 12,807 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2012 12,803 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2011 12,563 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2010 12,245 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2009 11,906 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2008 11,710 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2006 11,426 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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P286 FNV is a 1996 BMW F650 in Green with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 P286 FNV, 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 P286 FNV registered?

P286 FNV is a 1996 BMW F650, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is P286 FNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for P286 FNV shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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