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S880 WYB

1998 BMW F650

Black Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Oct 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

45,588 mi
Last recorded45,588 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2025
Typical for 1998 BMW F65025,195 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS880 WYB
MakeBMW
ModelF650
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2025 45,588 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2025 45,587 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose all spokes loose (5.2.2 (d))

Handlebar mounting so insecure that steering is adversely affected clamp bolts (2.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released Front and rear with lights on (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Oct 2022 44,782 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2021 44,097 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2020 42,070 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2019 40,898 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 39,358 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Pass 28 Apr 2017 36,744 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play sprocket bearing (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 28 Apr 2016 35,731 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 8 May 2015 33,893 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 31,545 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2013 28,301 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2012 25,195 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 20,080 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2010 19,238 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 18,967 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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S880 WYB is a 1998 BMW F650 in Black 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 S880 WYB, 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 S880 WYB registered?

S880 WYB is a 1998 BMW F650, first registered on 19 November 1998.

Is S880 WYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for S880 WYB 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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