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R58 MCF

1997 BMW F650

Orange Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2013
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

61,903 mi
Last recorded61,903 miles
Recorded on4 May 2012
Typical for 1997 BMW F65026,358 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR58 MCF
MakeBMW
ModelF650
Year1997
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 May 2012 61,903 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2011 61,839 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 4 Sep 2010 49,651 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 48,942 miles

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

Pass 13 Sep 2008 48,476 miles

slight wear front disc

wear rear shocker bottom bush

Fail 11 Sep 2008 48,468 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

slight wear front and rear discs

wear rear shocker bottom bush

Fail 9 Sep 2008 48,457 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

slight wear front and rear discs

wear rear shocker bottom bush

Pass 30 May 2007 47,000 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2006 37,040 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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R58 MCF is a 1997 BMW F650 in Orange with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 R58 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 R58 MCF registered?

R58 MCF is a 1997 BMW F650, first registered on 29 August 1997.

Is R58 MCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R58 MCF shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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