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P876 JMS

1996 BMW F650

Black Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Mar 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

29,770 mi
Last recorded29,770 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2026
Typical for 1996 BMW F65028,063 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP876 JMS
MakeBMW
ModelF650
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2026 29,770 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Mar 2024 29,764 miles

Rear Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Steering operation insecure but not likely to impede the steering Slight play between bar mount and top yoke (2.1.4 (e))

Pass 27 Mar 2021 27,415 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2019 25,462 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2018 23,838 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2017 22,064 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2016 20,998 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2015 19,321 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2014 17,963 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2014 17,962 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 16 Apr 2013 16,057 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2012 16,033 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 14,754 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2011 14,754 miles

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

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

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 5 Nov 2010 13,700 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2009 9,034 miles

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 9 Oct 2009 9,034 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2008 8,763 miles

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 19 Oct 2007 8,637 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2006 7,769 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2005 7,477 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2005 7,477 miles

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

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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P876 JMS is a 1996 BMW F650 in Black with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 P876 JMS, 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 P876 JMS registered?

P876 JMS is a 1996 BMW F650, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is P876 JMS safe to buy?

The MOT history for P876 JMS shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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