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BMW F650

Red · Petrol · 1997 · 650 cc

R690 VORMOT history

R690 VOR is a red petrol BMW F650 first used on 8 Sept 1997. Its MOT is valid until 26 May 2027 and it has passed 20 of 24 MOT tests, with 47,301 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 26 May 2027
Mileage
47,301 mi
At MOT on 27 May 2026
MOT tests
24
20 passed · 4 failed
Per year
981 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R690 VOR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
F650
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
650 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
8 Sept 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 May 2027
Latest MOT test
27 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

R690 VOR was last recorded at 47,301 miles on 27 May 2026, 2,539 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 May 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 15 Dec 2016: 40,137 miles, lower than 49,974 miles on 10 Dec 2015.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
44,762 miles · 22 May 2025
Between the last two tests
2,539 miles
Average per year
981 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 47,301 miles
  • 2025 – 44,762 miles
  • 2024 – 44,158 miles
  • 2023 – 44,092 miles
  • 2022 – 43,239 miles
  • 2021 – 43,188 miles
  • 2019 – 42,365 miles
  • 2018 – 41,309 miles
  • 2017 – 40,685 miles
  • 2016 – 40,137 miles
  • 2015 – 49,974 miles
  • 2014 – 49,915 miles
  • 2013 – 38,465 miles
  • 2012 – 37,747 miles
  • 2011 – 37,186 miles
  • 2010 – 35,977 miles
  • 2009 – 33,181 miles
  • 2008 – 31,364 miles
  • 2007 – 30,587 miles
  • 2006 – 27,814 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass47,301 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2015

  • Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2012

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2012

  • Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

24 tests since 17 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass47,301 miles (+2,539)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2027
    Odometer
    47,301 miles
    Test number
    827172398339

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass44,762 miles (+604)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2026
    Odometer
    44,762 miles
    Test number
    476568240093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass44,158 miles (+66)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    44,158 miles
    Test number
    939694649137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass44,092 miles (+853)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    44,092 miles
    Test number
    370032360268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass43,239 miles (+51)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    43,239 miles
    Test number
    523596326889

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass43,188 miles (+823)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    43,188 miles
    Test number
    500692772235
    • AdvisoryBrake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on rear disc.
    • AdvisoryDrive chain worn but not considered excessive Some tight links. (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake caliper corroded but not seriously weakened Pad area. (1.1.16 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel corroded but not to excess Nipples. (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake caliper corroded but not seriously weakened Pad area. (1.1.16 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

  7. Pass42,365 miles (+1,056)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    42,365 miles
    Test number
    836633960314
    • AdvisoryBrake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryDrive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  8. Pass41,309 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    41,309 miles
    Test number
    322102303640
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryWheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

  9. Fail41,309 miles (+624)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,309 miles
    Test number
    675773064007
    • Repaired at testStop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryWheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

  10. Pass40,685 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    40,685 miles
    Test number
    975883806367
    • AdvisoryDrive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
    • AdvisoryFront Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)
    • AdvisoryLower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
    • AdvisoryRear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
    • AdvisoryRear rear brake disc slightly rusty

  11. Fail40,685 miles (+548)1 failure9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,685 miles
    Test number
    656205183686
    • FailureFront Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)
    • AdvisoryDrive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
    • AdvisoryFront Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)
    • AdvisoryLower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
    • AdvisoryRear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
    • AdvisoryRear rear brake disc slightly rusty
    • AdvisoryFront right indicator assy loose

  12. Pass40,137 miles (-9,837)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    40,137 miles
    Test number
    777906417299
    • AdvisorySteering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

  13. Pass49,974 miles (+59)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    49,974 miles
    Test number
    467220982394
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

  14. Pass49,915 miles (+11,450)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    49,915 miles
    Test number
    678507444353
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

  15. Pass38,465 miles (+718)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    38,465 miles
    Test number
    156841143371
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

  16. Pass37,747 miles (+561)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    37,747 miles
    Test number
    125650652389
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)
    • AdvisoryRear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
    • AdvisoryRear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

  17. Pass37,186 miles (+1,209)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    37,186 miles
    Test number
    409094341358
    • AdvisoryDrive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)
    • AdvisoryRear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)
    • AdvisorySteering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

  18. Pass35,977 miles (+2,796)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    35,977 miles
    Test number
    703455940364
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

  19. Pass33,181 miles (+1,817)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    33,181 miles
    Test number
    594082459318
    • AdvisoryRear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

  20. Pass31,364 miles12 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    31,364 miles
    Test number
    980880848362
    • AdvisoryFront Brake component is slightly corroded (3.1.5)
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake component is slightly corroded (3.1.5)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
    • AdvisoryWheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)
    • AdvisoryWheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)
    • NoteHeadlamp main beam warning lamp not working
    • NoteRear tyre cracking on nearside side wall

  21. Fail31,364 miles (+777)1 failure1 repaired12 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,364 miles
    Test number
    783190948346
    • FailureStop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (1.6)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake component is slightly corroded (3.1.5)
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake component is slightly corroded (3.1.5)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
    • AdvisoryWheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)
    • AdvisoryWheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)
    • NoteHeadlamp main beam warning lamp not working
    • NoteRear tyre cracking on nearside side wall

  22. Pass30,587 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    30,587 miles
    Test number
    803573837291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail30,586 miles (+2,772)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,586 miles
    Test number
    931207607278
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
    • FailureRear Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)
    • FailureRear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

  24. Pass27,814 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    27,814 miles
    Test number
    870188296126
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Questions about R690 VOR

Does R690 VOR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R690 VOR is valid until 26 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on R690 VOR?
The MOT on R690 VOR is valid until 26 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R690 VOR done?
R690 VOR was recorded at 47,301 miles at its MOT on 27 May 2026, an average of 981 miles a year.
Has R690 VOR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R690 VOR has failed 4 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Dec 2018.
Has the mileage on R690 VOR ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 15 Dec 2016. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on R690 VOR find?
R690 VOR passed its latest MOT on 27 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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