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R279 JHW

1998 BMW F650

Red Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2016
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

34,925 mi
Last recorded34,925 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2015
Typical for 1998 BMW F65025,195 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR279 JHW
MakeBMW
ModelF650
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc
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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 28 Sep 2015 34,925 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2014 34,021 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2013 33,027 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 31,308 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2011 29,951 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2010 28,804 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2009 28,148 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 27,257 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2007 24,579 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2006 21,846 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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R279 JHW is a 1998 BMW F650 in Red with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 R279 JHW, 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 R279 JHW registered?

R279 JHW is a 1998 BMW F650, first registered on 26 May 1998.

Is R279 JHW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R279 JHW shows 10 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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