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S318 HDV

1998 BMW F650

Red Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Mar 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

49,472 mi
Last recorded49,472 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 BMW F65025,195 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS318 HDV
MakeBMW
ModelF650
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2026 49,472 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2025 49,014 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2023 45,198 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2022 97,665 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2021 88,660 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2020 80,518 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2019 72,627 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2018 64,131 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Aug 2017 53,536 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2016 42,173 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 40,933 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2015 40,933 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 29 Apr 2013 39,001 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 38,379 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2009 38,039 miles

Front tyre sidewalls cracked

Upper Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 28 Apr 2006 36,478 miles

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

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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S318 HDV is a 1998 BMW F650 in Red with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 S318 HDV, 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

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What year was S318 HDV registered?

S318 HDV is a 1998 BMW F650, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is S318 HDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for S318 HDV shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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