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R779 CHW

1998 BMW F650

Blue Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Aug 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

15,675 mi
Last recorded15,675 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2025
Typical for 1998 BMW F65025,195 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR779 CHW
MakeBMW
ModelF650
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2025 15,675 miles
Pass 10 May 2024 15,026 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 May 2023 13,893 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 31 Mar 2022 13,700 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2021 13,102 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2021 13,102 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Jan 2021 13,004 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 25 May 2019 12,387 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2018 11,986 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2017 11,975 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 11,964 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 11,774 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2013 10,114 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2012 10,049 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2012 10,046 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 6 May 2011 9,861 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2010 9,493 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2009 9,006 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 13 Jun 2008 8,188 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2007 7,039 miles
Pass 26 May 2006 5,734 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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R779 CHW is a 1998 BMW F650 in Blue with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 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 R779 CHW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R779 CHW registered?

R779 CHW is a 1998 BMW F650, first registered on 3 February 1998.

Is R779 CHW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R779 CHW shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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