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S255 RFU

1998 BMW F650

Red Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Sep 2026
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

13,580 mi
Last recorded13,580 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2025
Typical for 1998 BMW F65025,195 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS255 RFU
MakeBMW
ModelF650
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2025 13,580 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2024 10,980 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2023 8,648 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Sep 2023 8,628 miles

Fuel system component leaking carbs leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 24 May 2019 8,134 miles
Fail 20 May 2011 8,086 miles

Drive chain requires lubrication

Nearside rear mudguard support bracket broken

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

Pass 20 May 2011 8,086 miles

Drive chain requires lubrication

Nearside rear mudguard support bracket broken

Pass 1 May 2010 7,716 miles

Front brake binding very slightly

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

Plastic brace for rear mudguard broken (left hand side)

Pass 18 Apr 2009 7,389 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2008 7,193 miles

Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Fail 20 Mar 2008 7,193 miles

Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Nearside Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut(s) loose (2.4.A.2b)

Fail 18 Mar 2008 7,193 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.3)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

Chain adjuster slightly loose

Exhaust heat-shield bolt missing

Pass 12 Mar 2007 6,135 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2007 6,130 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Nearside Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Offside Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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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S255 RFU is a 1998 BMW F650 in Red with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 S255 RFU, 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 S255 RFU registered?

S255 RFU is a 1998 BMW F650, first registered on 2 November 1998.

Is S255 RFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for S255 RFU shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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