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R869 NOU

1998 BMW F650

Red Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2009
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

20,412 mi
Last recorded20,412 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2008
Typical for 1998 BMW F65025,195 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR869 NOU
MakeBMW
ModelF650
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2008 20,412 miles

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

Pass 29 Mar 2007 20,309 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2007 20,309 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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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R869 NOU is a 1998 BMW F650 in Red with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 R869 NOU, 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

How do I check the history of R869 NOU?

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What year was R869 NOU registered?

R869 NOU is a 1998 BMW F650, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R869 NOU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R869 NOU shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R869 NOU have outstanding finance?

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