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R601 XPV

1997 BMW F650

Blue Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2020
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

34,302 mi
Last recorded34,302 miles
Recorded on3 May 2019
Typical for 1997 BMW F65026,358 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR601 XPV
MakeBMW
ModelF650
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 3 May 2019 34,302 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened scored slightly (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Sep 2017 34,261 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2016 34,039 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2015 32,334 miles

Rear Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Rear Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Pass 28 Aug 2014 30,733 miles

rear wheel has a small amount of corrosion evedent.

Pass 24 Aug 2013 29,085 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 26,832 miles

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

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

front brake pads nearly at wear limit.

Pass 6 May 2011 23,018 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

right hand lock slightly impeded

Pass 7 May 2010 17,747 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 10,272 miles

Chain guard missing

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

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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R601 XPV is a 1997 BMW F650 in Blue with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R601 XPV, 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

How do I check the history of R601 XPV?

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What year was R601 XPV registered?

R601 XPV is a 1997 BMW F650, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R601 XPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R601 XPV shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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