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R49 MCF

1997 BMW F650

Black Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2023
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

26,339 mi
Last recorded26,339 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2022
Typical for 1997 BMW F65026,358 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR49 MCF
MakeBMW
ModelF650
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2022 26,339 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2019 23,813 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2018 21,379 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2015 19,010 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Suspect rear tyre starting to perish

Fail 25 Apr 2014 13,581 miles

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Pass 25 Apr 2014 13,581 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 11,057 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 8,380 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2011 4,404 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2009 4,344 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2009 4,321 miles

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

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 18 Oct 2008 4,241 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2007 4,166 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2006 4,135 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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R49 MCF is a 1997 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 1997 BMW F650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.9% with a typical mileage of 26,358 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 R49 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R49 MCF registered?

R49 MCF is a 1997 BMW F650, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R49 MCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R49 MCF 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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