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R847 VGC

1998 BMW F650

White Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Dec 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

76,713 mi
Last recorded76,713 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2025
Typical for 1998 BMW F65025,195 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR847 VGC
MakeBMW
ModelF650
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2025 76,713 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Brake lever worn, but not excessively (1.1.15 (b))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

fuel tap damp

Fail 16 Dec 2025 76,692 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Brake lever worn, but not excessively (1.1.15 (b))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

fuel tap damp

Pass 15 Nov 2024 68,151 miles

front tyre starting to perish

Pass 15 Sep 2023 62,563 miles

rear brake lever pivot worn

Pass 10 Sep 2022 55,661 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2021 52,450 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play plus cuss drive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Sep 2020 48,373 miles

slight rumble from front bearing

Pass 4 Jun 2019 41,712 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2018 40,094 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 38,763 miles

Nearside handlebar controls slightly loose

Offside Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 31 May 2016 36,514 miles

Chain and sprockets worn

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

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

Slight free play in foot brake

Pass 26 Jun 2015 34,998 miles

front tyre splitting between treads

Pass 2 May 2014 33,106 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 30,056 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 27,388 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 25,363 miles
Pass 8 May 2010 24,014 miles
Pass 16 May 2009 16,799 miles
Pass 3 May 2008 13,652 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2007 11,732 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 8,399 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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R847 VGC is a 1998 BMW F650 in White with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 R847 VGC, 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 R847 VGC registered?

R847 VGC is a 1998 BMW F650, first registered on 16 June 1998.

Is R847 VGC safe to buy?

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