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R354 LGP

1998 BMW F650

White Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2018
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

58,698 mi
Last recorded58,698 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2017
Typical for 1998 BMW F65025,195 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR354 LGP
MakeBMW
ModelF650
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2017 58,698 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2017 58,695 miles

Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 11 Oct 2014 58,672 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2013 58,343 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 57,667 miles

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

Rear Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Fail 17 Aug 2010 57,633 miles

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

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

rear brake disc corroded

Pass 3 Aug 2007 57,325 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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R354 LGP is a 1998 BMW F650 in White with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 R354 LGP, 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 R354 LGP registered?

R354 LGP is a 1998 BMW F650, first registered on 29 April 1998.

Is R354 LGP safe to buy?

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