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R148 DBD

1998 BMW F650

Red Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2025
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

10,557 mi
Last recorded10,557 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2024
Typical for 1998 BMW F65025,195 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR148 DBD
MakeBMW
ModelF650
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2024 10,557 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 10 Oct 2023 10,344 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2022 10,046 miles

Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 15 Sep 2021 9,634 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2020 9,116 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Offside Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 20 Sep 2019 8,553 miles

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

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

Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 30 Aug 2018 8,077 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2018 8,073 miles

Nearside Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 4 Aug 2017 6,943 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2017 6,943 miles

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

Pass 5 Oct 2011 5,792 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 2 Oct 2010 4,398 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 3,258 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2008 1,769 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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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R148 DBD is a 1998 BMW F650 in Red with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1998 BMW F650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.7% with a typical mileage of 25,195 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 R148 DBD, 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 28 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 R148 DBD registered?

R148 DBD is a 1998 BMW F650, first registered on 8 April 1998.

Is R148 DBD safe to buy?

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