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P123 GNT

1997 BMW F650

Black Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Mar 2027
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

11,971 mi
Last recorded11,971 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 BMW F65026,358 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP123 GNT
MakeBMW
ModelF650
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2026 11,971 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2026 11,971 miles

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 7 Mar 2025 11,800 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2025 11,800 miles

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

Rear Drive chain worn to excess tight spots, seized links (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 31 Oct 2023 11,604 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2022 10,888 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2021 10,104 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2020 9,217 miles
Pass 3 May 2019 8,344 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 6,864 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 6,832 miles

Both front and rear tyres showing signs of cracking around block tread - probobly original tyres - tread depth legal but low - advise replace both tyres

Fail 24 May 2008 6,832 miles

Offside Front Upper Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Both front and rear tyres showing signs of cracking around block tread - probobly original tyres - tread depth legal but low - advise replace both tyres

Pass 4 Mar 2006 6,182 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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P123 GNT is a 1997 BMW F650 in Black with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1997 BMW F650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.9% with a typical mileage of 26,358 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 P123 GNT, 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 29 years old, this BMW F650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P123 GNT registered?

P123 GNT is a 1997 BMW F650, first registered on 18 April 1997.

Is P123 GNT safe to buy?

The MOT history for P123 GNT shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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