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L972 NEO

1994 BMW F650

White Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

21,289 mi
Last recorded21,289 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 1994 BMW F65030,939 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL972 NEO
MakeBMW
ModelF650
Year1994
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026 21,289 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2026 21,289 miles

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

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Mar 2022 20,222 miles

Rear Lower Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement SHOCK BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Registration plate slightly loose (0.1 (a))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 18 Mar 2022 20,222 miles

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

Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached SHOCK BOLT NOT DONE UP (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Lower Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement SHOCK BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Registration plate slightly loose (0.1 (a))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 26 May 2020 19,992 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2008 19,985 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2008 19,985 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

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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L972 NEO is a 1994 BMW F650 in White with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1994 BMW F650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.7% with a typical mileage of 30,939 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 L972 NEO, 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 32 years old, this BMW F650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L972 NEO registered?

L972 NEO is a 1994 BMW F650, first registered on 1 January 1994.

Is L972 NEO safe to buy?

The MOT history for L972 NEO shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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