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R48 END

1998 BMW F650

Blue Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2010
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

38,327 mi
Last recorded38,327 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2009
Typical for 1998 BMW F65025,195 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR48 END
MakeBMW
ModelF650
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2009 38,327 miles

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

Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

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

lefthand grip slightly loose

rear brake hose rubbing on swinging arm may become dangerous if left, not worn to ply at this time

Pass 19 Sep 2008 36,332 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2008 36,329 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 2 Aug 2007 35,722 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2007 35,682 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

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

Pass 27 Jul 2006 35,281 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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R48 END is a 1998 BMW F650 in Blue with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 R48 END, 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 R48 END registered?

R48 END is a 1998 BMW F650, first registered on 22 May 1998.

Is R48 END safe to buy?

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