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S396 TAW

1998 BMW F650

Red Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Mar 2020
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

27,653 mi
Last recorded27,653 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2019
Typical for 1998 BMW F65025,195 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS396 TAW
MakeBMW
ModelF650
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 11 Mar 2019 27,653 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 27,643 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 27,609 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2013 27,298 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2012 26,769 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 19 Apr 2011 26,433 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 10 Apr 2010 25,590 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 28 Mar 2009 24,721 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 29 Mar 2008 24,180 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2006 23,737 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2005 23,074 miles

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

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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S396 TAW is a 1998 BMW F650 in Red with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 S396 TAW, 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 S396 TAW registered?

S396 TAW is a 1998 BMW F650, first registered on 10 December 1998.

Is S396 TAW safe to buy?

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