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R778 WRA

1998 BMW F650

Blue Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2016
Tests12 (6 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

45,243 mi
Last recorded45,243 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2015
Typical for 1998 BMW F65025,195 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR778 WRA
MakeBMW
ModelF650
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

6 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2015 45,243 miles

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

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

Motorcycle structure slightly damaged (6.1.1a)

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

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

Fail 18 Jul 2015 45,273 miles

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

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

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

Motorcycle structure slightly damaged (6.1.1a)

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

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

slight play in the gear pegal pivot

Pass 28 Feb 2013 36,667 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2013 36,667 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

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

Fail 25 Feb 2013 36,651 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

An item not tested (Manual)

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

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

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

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

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

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

exhaust mount broken

fairing bolts missing

front and rear brake discs slightly worn

front brake hose route

front fork noise

Pass 8 Aug 2011 34,668 miles

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

Pass 30 Jul 2010 34,225 miles

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

Fail 30 Jul 2010 34,199 miles

Rear Wheel corroded significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

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

Pass 6 Feb 2009 32,998 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2009 32,998 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

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

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 29 Nov 2007 27,616 miles

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

main beam warning lamp on with dip not full beam

Fail 28 Nov 2007 27,615 miles

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

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

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

main beam warning lamp on with dip not full beam

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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R778 WRA is a 1998 BMW F650 in Blue with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1998 BMW F650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.7% with a typical mileage of 25,195 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 R778 WRA, 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 28 years old, this BMW F650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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R778 WRA is a 1998 BMW F650, first registered on 21 May 1998.

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