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R232 SSP

1998 BMW F650

Red Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2019
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

31,804 mi
Last recorded31,804 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2018
Typical for 1998 BMW F65025,195 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR232 SSP
MakeBMW
ModelF650
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2018 31,804 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 31,594 miles

Centre Front Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 23 Oct 2014 31,406 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Fail 6 Aug 2014 31,401 miles

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Pass 7 Aug 2013 31,057 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Fail 7 Aug 2013 31,057 miles

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 29 Jun 2012 30,369 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Fail 25 Jun 2012 30,368 miles

Brake pedal pivots excessively worn (3.1.3a)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 12 Sep 2009 29,754 miles

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

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Pass 26 Sep 2008 29,552 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2007 28,557 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2007 28,541 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Offside Front suspension assembly component cracked (2.3.1) DANGEROUS

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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R232 SSP 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 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R232 SSP, 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.

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What year was R232 SSP registered?

R232 SSP is a 1998 BMW F650, first registered on 24 February 1998.

Is R232 SSP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R232 SSP shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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