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R35 GBV

1997 BMW F650

White Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Feb 2027
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

21,664 mi
Last recorded21,664 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2026
Typical for 1997 BMW F65026,358 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR35 GBV
MakeBMW
ModelF650
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2026 21,664 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2024 21,655 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 16,705 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2013 15,458 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2013 15,458 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 13 Jun 2011 15,167 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2008 14,921 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2006 14,720 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2006 14,709 miles

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

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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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R35 GBV is a 1997 BMW F650 in White with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 R35 GBV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R35 GBV registered?

R35 GBV is a 1997 BMW F650, first registered on 8 August 1997.

Is R35 GBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R35 GBV shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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