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S53 CEU

1998 BMW F650

Red Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 May 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

12,705 mi
Last recorded12,705 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 1998 BMW F65025,195 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS53 CEU
MakeBMW
ModelF650
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 12,705 miles
Fail 6 May 2026 12,705 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 May 2025 12,618 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 9 May 2024 12,468 miles
Pass 16 May 2023 11,649 miles

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 16 Feb 2018 11,530 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2017 11,213 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2017 11,210 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 12 Feb 2016 10,914 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2015 10,226 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2014 9,985 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2013 9,257 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2012 7,824 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2011 7,161 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2009 6,489 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2009 6,432 miles

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

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

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 10 Dec 2007 2,917 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2007 2,895 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 3 Nov 2006 1,799 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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S53 CEU is a 1998 BMW F650 in Red with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 S53 CEU, 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 S53 CEU registered?

S53 CEU is a 1998 BMW F650, first registered on 26 October 1998.

Is S53 CEU safe to buy?

The MOT history for S53 CEU shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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