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R852 GFR

1997 BMW F650

Blue Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2013
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

16,427 mi
Last recorded16,427 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2012
Typical for 1997 BMW F65026,358 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR852 GFR
MakeBMW
ModelF650
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2012 16,427 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2010 16,014 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2010 16,002 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 19 Jan 2009 15,184 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2009 15,184 miles

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

Pass 15 Jan 2008 14,309 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2007 13,426 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2006 11,739 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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R852 GFR is a 1997 BMW F650 in Blue with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 R852 GFR, 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 R852 GFR registered?

R852 GFR is a 1997 BMW F650, first registered on 18 August 1997.

Is R852 GFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R852 GFR shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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