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R157 BBY

1998 BMW F650

Green Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2023
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

52,538 mi
Last recorded52,538 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2022
Typical for 1998 BMW F65025,195 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR157 BBY
MakeBMW
ModelF650
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 26 Apr 2022 52,538 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2021 52,205 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 11 Jul 2019 50,867 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 50,020 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2017 49,272 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 47,945 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2015 47,221 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2014 45,574 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2013 45,087 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 43,164 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2011 42,774 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2010 41,404 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 40,940 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2008 40,399 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2006 39,545 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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R157 BBY is a 1998 BMW F650 in Green with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R157 BBY, 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 R157 BBY registered?

R157 BBY is a 1998 BMW F650, first registered on 1 April 1998.

Is R157 BBY safe to buy?

The MOT history for R157 BBY shows 15 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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