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P741 YGG

1996 BMW F650

Red Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2026
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

2,050 mi
Last recorded2,050 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2026
Typical for 1996 BMW F65028,063 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP741 YGG
MakeBMW
ModelF650
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Fail 18 Jul 2026 2,050 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Jul 2025 1,987 miles

Headlights masked for LHD

Fail 16 Jul 2025 1,987 miles

Rear Brake hose leaking (1.1.12 (c)) DANGEROUS

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Headlights masked for LHD

Pass 25 Sep 2023 1,872 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2023 1,854 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak Fork leg deformed/ damaged (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 13 Sep 2014 816 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

front and rear tyres have crazing between the tread blocks

Pass 4 Mar 2013 483 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 14 Oct 2011 268 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 10 Oct 2011 268 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

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

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

right hand front fork stanchion is contaminated,this will have a deteramental effect of the oil seal

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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P741 YGG is a 1996 BMW F650 in Red with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 P741 YGG, 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 P741 YGG registered?

P741 YGG is a 1996 BMW F650, first registered on 31 December 1996.

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The MOT history for P741 YGG shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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