MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
42,223 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)
Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Rear Brake cylinder insecurely mounted (3.2.B1a)
Rear Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Centre Front Lower Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Centre Rear Lower Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Centre Rear Lower Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)
How Reliable is the BMW F650?
Based on 23,786 MOT tests across 2,143 vehicles.
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R96 EKV 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 33.3%.
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 R96 EKV, 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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What year was R96 EKV registered?
R96 EKV is a 1998 BMW F650, first registered on 30 January 1998.
Is R96 EKV safe to buy?
The MOT history for R96 EKV shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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