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P986 EBL

1996 BMW F650

Black Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2023
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

38,709 mi
Last recorded38,709 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2022
Typical for 1996 BMW F65028,063 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP986 EBL
MakeBMW
ModelF650
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2022 38,709 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Oct 2021 38,287 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2020 37,261 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Aug 2014 37,201 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 37,139 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2011 36,511 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2010 34,863 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2009 33,360 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2007 32,811 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 30 Oct 2007 32,811 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2005 31,146 miles

Rear Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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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P986 EBL is a 1996 BMW F650 in Black with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 P986 EBL, 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 P986 EBL registered?

P986 EBL is a 1996 BMW F650, first registered on 31 October 1996.

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The MOT history for P986 EBL shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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