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R291 UGM

1997 BMW F650

White Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2022
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

26,468 mi
Last recorded26,468 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2021
Typical for 1997 BMW F65026,358 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR291 UGM
MakeBMW
ModelF650
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2021 26,468 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2020 25,784 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2020 25,782 miles

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected revs up on lock to lock check (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Sep 2015 25,778 miles

clutch pivots worn

Pass 27 Apr 2013 25,589 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2012 25,483 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2010 24,661 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 13,125 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2008 20,052 miles

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

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 21 Jul 2007 15,973 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2006 14,830 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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R291 UGM is a 1997 BMW F650 in White with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1997 BMW F650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.9% with a typical mileage of 26,358 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 R291 UGM, 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 29 years old, this BMW F650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R291 UGM registered?

R291 UGM is a 1997 BMW F650, first registered on 19 December 1997.

Is R291 UGM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R291 UGM shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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