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S86 LGM

1998 BMW F650

Red Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

29,092 mi
Last recorded29,092 miles
Recorded on19 May 2016
Typical for 1998 BMW F65025,195 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS86 LGM
MakeBMW
ModelF650
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 May 2016 29,092 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 28,896 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 28,892 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 5 Apr 2013 28,624 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 5 Apr 2013 28,624 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 28,336 miles

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

front n/s fork wear on stantion

Fail 29 Sep 2011 27,367 miles

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

Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

Pass 29 Sep 2011 27,367 miles

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

Pass 13 Oct 2010 24,342 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2009 21,344 miles

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 13 Sep 2007 18,886 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2007 16,928 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

rubber cush drive worn

Pass 17 Jan 2006 13,558 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2006 13,489 miles

Centre Front Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Centre Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 23 Dec 2005 13,477 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

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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S86 LGM is a 1998 BMW F650 in Red with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 S86 LGM, 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 S86 LGM registered?

S86 LGM is a 1998 BMW F650, first registered on 28 August 1998.

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