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S408 UKJ

1998 BMW F650

Red Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2017
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

60,610 mi
Last recorded60,610 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2016
Typical for 1998 BMW F65025,195 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS408 UKJ
MakeBMW
ModelF650
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2016 60,610 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 4 Jun 2015 51,716 miles

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

Fail 21 May 2015 51,659 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

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

Pass 28 May 2014 45,860 miles
Fail 28 May 2014 45,860 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 7 May 2013 43,069 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2013 43,045 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2009 42,185 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2008 41,304 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2008 41,304 miles

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

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 27 Mar 2007 35,777 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 26 Jan 2006 31,075 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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S408 UKJ is a 1998 BMW F650 in Red with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 S408 UKJ, 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 S408 UKJ registered?

S408 UKJ is a 1998 BMW F650, first registered on 3 November 1998.

Is S408 UKJ safe to buy?

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