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R451 SCK

1998 BMW F650

Red Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Nov 2026
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

16,596 mi
Last recorded16,596 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 1998 BMW F65025,195 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR451 SCK
MakeBMW
ModelF650
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2025 16,596 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2025 16,594 miles

Front Stop lamp not working operation (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Wheel excessively corroded rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2024 16,267 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2024 16,267 miles

Central Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Oct 2023 16,225 miles

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 7 Sep 2023 16,225 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 7 Sep 2022 16,159 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 3 Aug 2021 14,968 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2021 14,968 miles

Stop lamp not working off front brake (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 12 Mar 2020 13,535 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2018 12,337 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 12,231 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2008 12,147 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

Pass 11 Sep 2007 12,069 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2007 12,069 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Apr 2006 11,827 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2006 11,827 miles

Headlamp aim beam image too far to the right (1.6.4)

Offside Front Brake lever insecure (3.1.2a)

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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R451 SCK is a 1998 BMW F650 in Red with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 R451 SCK, 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 R451 SCK registered?

R451 SCK is a 1998 BMW F650, first registered on 16 March 1998.

Is R451 SCK safe to buy?

The MOT history for R451 SCK shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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