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R603 TKL

1997 BMW F650

Red Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2025
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

8,070 mi
Last recorded8,070 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2024
Typical for 1997 BMW F65026,358 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR603 TKL
MakeBMW
ModelF650
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2024 8,070 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2023 7,652 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2021 7,218 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 16 Jun 2020 6,789 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2020 6,789 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Sep 2017 6,440 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 7 Sep 2017 6,440 miles

Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 8 Sep 2016 5,818 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 16 Sep 2015 5,573 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 12 Sep 2014 5,292 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2014 5,292 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2013 4,987 miles

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

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 3 Sep 2012 4,452 miles

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

Fail 3 Sep 2012 4,452 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Pass 8 Jun 2011 4,167 miles

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 8 Jun 2010 3,796 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 5 Jun 2009 3,333 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2008 2,726 miles
Fail 28 May 2008 2,726 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2007 2,190 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2006 1,364 miles

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

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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R603 TKL is a 1997 BMW F650 in Red with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 R603 TKL, 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 R603 TKL registered?

R603 TKL is a 1997 BMW F650, first registered on 22 August 1997.

Is R603 TKL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R603 TKL shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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