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R971 BEU

1997 BMW F650

White Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2021
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

42,123 mi
Last recorded42,123 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2020
Typical for 1997 BMW F65026,358 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR971 BEU
MakeBMW
ModelF650
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2020 42,123 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Apr 2019 40,058 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 2 Apr 2019 39,920 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak r/h and l/h. (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Mar 2018 38,037 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 22 Mar 2017 35,975 miles

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

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

rear tyre beginning to crack on sidewall

speedo cable taut on full lock

Fail 14 Mar 2017 35,957 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Central Rear Lower Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i)) DANGEROUS

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

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

rear tyre beginning to crack on sidewall

speedo cable taut on full lock

Pass 31 Mar 2016 35,679 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 18 Mar 2015 34,980 miles

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

Pass 17 Apr 2014 33,893 miles

Front Brake component is slightly corroded (3.1.5)

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Brake component is slightly corroded (3.1.5)

slight cracking in sidewalls of rear tyre

Fail 13 Mar 2014 33,893 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Front Brake component is slightly corroded (3.1.5)

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Rear Brake component is slightly corroded (3.1.5)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

slight cracking in sidewalls of rear tyre

Pass 10 Aug 2011 33,758 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

slight cracking in sidewalls of front & rear tyres

Pass 8 Jul 2010 33,529 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Pass 21 Jul 2009 33,258 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 1 May 2008 32,496 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Rear Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

crossply front tyre & radial rear tyre fitted

Pass 1 May 2008 32,496 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Rear Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

crossply front tyre & radial rear tyre fitted

Pass 23 Oct 2006 31,702 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2005 30,458 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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R971 BEU is a 1997 BMW F650 in White with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 R971 BEU, 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 R971 BEU registered?

R971 BEU is a 1997 BMW F650, first registered on 19 August 1997.

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