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R47 MCF

1997 BMW F650

Black Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Feb 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

16,848 mi
Last recorded16,848 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2026
Typical for 1997 BMW F65026,358 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR47 MCF
MakeBMW
ModelF650
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2026 16,848 miles

Rear Brake fluid below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Lower Suspension rod pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 21 May 2024 16,849 miles

Front handle bar hand shields jut touching fly screen on lock to lock

Rear rear brake pivot slightly loose

Pass 13 Apr 2023 16,580 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2022 15,827 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2021 14,981 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Aug 2018 14,571 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2017 39,854 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2017 39,854 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2016 3,969 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2012 39,550 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2011 39,032 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2010 38,733 miles

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

Fail 19 Feb 2010 38,733 miles

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 13 Mar 2009 37,608 miles

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

gaiters fitted to front forks

rear lamp lens missing but red bulb

slight bind to front wheel making complete inspection of wheelbearing difficult

slight movement in fork bracing

Fail 13 Mar 2009 37,608 miles

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

Nearside Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)

Nearside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Offside Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)

Offside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

gaiters fitted to front forks

rear lamp lens missing but red bulb

slight bind to front wheel making complete inspection of wheelbearing difficult

slight movement in fork bracing

Pass 5 Feb 2008 35,793 miles

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

Fail 5 Feb 2008 35,793 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Feb 2007 29,000 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

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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R47 MCF is a 1997 BMW F650 in Black with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 R47 MCF, 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 R47 MCF registered?

R47 MCF is a 1997 BMW F650, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R47 MCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R47 MCF shows 18 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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