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P43 VWL

1996 BMW F650

Green Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2024
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

16,120 mi
Last recorded16,120 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2023
Typical for 1996 BMW F65028,063 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP43 VWL
MakeBMW
ModelF650
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 24 Apr 2023 16,120 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2022 16,106 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2021 15,964 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2020 15,805 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2019 15,551 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 15,581 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 15,581 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 15,581 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2011 15,414 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2010 14,223 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2008 12,211 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 7 Sep 2007 11,469 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2006 9,546 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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P43 VWL is a 1996 BMW F650 in Green with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 P43 VWL, 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 P43 VWL registered?

P43 VWL is a 1996 BMW F650, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is P43 VWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for P43 VWL shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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