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R72 MCF

1997 BMW F650

Blue Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2023
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

19,950 mi
Last recorded19,950 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2022
Typical for 1997 BMW F65026,358 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR72 MCF
MakeBMW
ModelF650
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2022 19,950 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2021 19,653 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2020 18,689 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2020 18,689 miles

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 14 Aug 2015 18,446 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2015 18,437 miles

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

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

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 27 Oct 2012 18,230 miles
Fail 14 May 2011 17,938 miles

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

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

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 14 May 2011 17,938 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 17,400 miles
Fail 14 May 2010 17,400 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 9 Feb 2009 16,751 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 9 Feb 2009 16,751 miles

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

Pass 6 Nov 2007 15,941 miles

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

Fail 6 Nov 2007 15,941 miles

Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.C1b)

Rear Brake component is excessively corroded (3.1.5)

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

Pass 30 Aug 2006 14,920 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(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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R72 MCF is a 1997 BMW F650 in Blue with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 R72 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 R72 MCF registered?

R72 MCF is a 1997 BMW F650, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R72 MCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R72 MCF shows 16 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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