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R579 DGH

1997 BMW F650

Black Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

55,774 mi
Last recorded55,774 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2015
Typical for 1997 BMW F65026,358 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR579 DGH
MakeBMW
ModelF650
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2015 55,774 miles

FRONT TYRE WEARING UNEVEN

Rear suspension bush has slight free play BOTTOM OF THE SHOCK (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 16 Oct 2014 47,874 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

drive chain worn unevenly

poor beam patten

Fail 11 Oct 2014 47,862 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

chain has slight tight spot

poor beam patten

Pass 1 Nov 2013 47,264 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2012 46,910 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2011 34,485 miles

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

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 18 Aug 2010 19,360 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 19,206 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2008 18,954 miles
Pass 10 May 2007 17,051 miles
Pass 10 May 2006 16,280 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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R579 DGH is a 1997 BMW F650 in Black with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 R579 DGH, 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 R579 DGH registered?

R579 DGH is a 1997 BMW F650, first registered on 26 August 1997.

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