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R490 ACK

1998 BMW F650

Black Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 May 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

29,046 mi
Last recorded29,046 miles
Recorded on16 May 2026
Typical for 1998 BMW F65025,195 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR490 ACK
MakeBMW
ModelF650
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 May 2026 29,046 miles
Pass 24 May 2025 28,855 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2024 28,690 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2023 27,224 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2023 27,224 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 22 Jan 2021 26,143 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2021 26,143 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 23 Sep 2017 26,135 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2015 25,853 miles
Pass 7 May 2012 25,147 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 22,900 miles
Pass 3 May 2008 14,566 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 6,910 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2005 5,375 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
Full BMW F650 reliability report

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R490 ACK is a 1998 BMW F650 in Black with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R490 ACK, 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

How do I check the history of R490 ACK?

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What year was R490 ACK registered?

R490 ACK is a 1998 BMW F650, first registered on 8 May 1998.

Is R490 ACK safe to buy?

The MOT history for R490 ACK shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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