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R216 FNM

1998 BMW F650

Red Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

31,910 mi
Last recorded31,910 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 BMW F65025,195 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR216 FNM
MakeBMW
ModelF650
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2026 31,910 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2025 31,413 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 30 Mar 2024 30,498 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Mar 2023 29,819 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 8 Mar 2022 28,690 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2021 27,546 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2021 27,546 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 May 2015 27,500 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Jan 2014 27,449 miles

both front shock absorber bushes are starting to de-bond

Pass 29 Mar 2008 26,882 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2008 26,882 miles

Sidecar wheel has a loose wheel bolt (4.2.3a)

Pass 16 Mar 2006 26,852 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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R216 FNM is a 1998 BMW F650 in Red with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 R216 FNM, 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 R216 FNM registered?

R216 FNM is a 1998 BMW F650, first registered on 11 July 1998.

Is R216 FNM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R216 FNM shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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