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P379 MLD

1996 BMW F650

Red Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Feb 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

45,115 mi
Last recorded45,115 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2026
Typical for 1996 BMW F65028,063 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP379 MLD
MakeBMW
ModelF650
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2026 45,115 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 Aug 2021 44,904 miles

fork seal slight leak

Pass 18 Aug 2014 44,745 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2011 44,702 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 11,292 miles
Fail 26 May 2010 44,292 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

Pass 22 May 2009 43,230 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 10 Jun 2008 41,579 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 41,255 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2006 40,516 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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P379 MLD is a 1996 BMW F650 in Red with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 P379 MLD, 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 P379 MLD registered?

P379 MLD is a 1996 BMW F650, first registered on 26 November 1996.

Is P379 MLD safe to buy?

The MOT history for P379 MLD shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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