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P338 XLJ

1996 BMW F650

Black Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2018
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

37,371 mi
Last recorded37,371 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2017
Typical for 1996 BMW F65028,063 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP338 XLJ
MakeBMW
ModelF650
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2017 37,371 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 4 Jan 2016 32,834 miles

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

Fail 4 Jan 2016 32,834 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 6 Jan 2015 27,575 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2013 27,402 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2013 27,393 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 27,384 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2011 29,890 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2010 25,795 miles

Fuel cap water drain hole blocked

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 25 Nov 2010 25,795 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Fuel cap water drain hole blocked

Pass 28 Sep 2009 24,255 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2009 24,255 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2009 24,255 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2008 16,584 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 1 Oct 2007 14,750 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2006 10,129 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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P338 XLJ is a 1996 BMW F650 in Black with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 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 P338 XLJ, 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 P338 XLJ registered?

P338 XLJ is a 1996 BMW F650, first registered on 15 November 1996.

Is P338 XLJ safe to buy?

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