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VJK 302T

1978 BMW 650

Red Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2021
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

44,297 mi
Last recorded44,297 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2020
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVJK 302T
MakeBMW
Model650
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2020 44,297 miles
Pass 17 May 2018 44,201 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2016 44,053 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2016 44,053 miles

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

Pass 17 Apr 2015 44,031 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2015 44,031 miles

Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Pass 15 Apr 2014 43,959 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 43,299 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 42,635 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 41,110 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2010 39,472 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 38,024 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 37,509 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2007 36,176 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2007 36,176 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

How Reliable is the BMW 650?

Based on 28,460 MOT tests across 1,871 vehicles.

80.9%
Pass Rate
4,236
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
1,871
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre has ply or cords exposed 686
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 288
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 284
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 260
position lamp(s) not working 195
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VJK 302T is a 1978 BMW 650 in Red with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

The most common reason a BMW 650 fails its MOT is tyre has ply or cords exposed, accounting for 686 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VJK 302T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 650 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 48 years old, this BMW 650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VJK 302T registered?

VJK 302T is a 1978 BMW 650, first registered on 18 October 1978.

Is VJK 302T safe to buy?

The MOT history for VJK 302T shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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