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S970 OGC

1999 BMW F650

Red Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2023
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

50,363 mi
Last recorded50,363 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2022
Typical for 1999 BMW F65024,231 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS970 OGC
MakeBMW
ModelF650
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2022 50,363 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2022 50,363 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Nov 2021 48,821 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2021 48,821 miles

Stop lamp likely to become detached (4.3.1 (c) (ii))

Pass 13 Nov 2020 47,514 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 46,773 miles
Fail 22 May 2019 46,773 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Sep 2017 45,746 miles

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 23 Aug 2016 45,320 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 45,181 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2014 44,763 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 44,413 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2012 41,264 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2011 35,651 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2011 35,644 miles

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

Pass 25 Jan 2010 28,526 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

Pass 30 Jan 2009 25,009 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2008 19,482 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2006 19,188 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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S970 OGC is a 1999 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 1999 BMW F650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 24,231 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 S970 OGC, 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 27 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 S970 OGC registered?

S970 OGC is a 1999 BMW F650, first registered on 19 February 1999.

Is S970 OGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for S970 OGC 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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