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P162 XWR

1997 BMW F650

Red Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

42,309 mi
Last recorded42,309 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2017
Typical for 1997 BMW F65026,358 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP162 XWR
MakeBMW
ModelF650
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2017 42,309 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2017 42,309 miles

Front position lamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.1.1b)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 21 Jun 2016 39,551 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 36,421 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 35,229 miles

cables hanging loos at front

offside controls slightle loos

Fail 26 Apr 2014 35,209 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

cables hanging loos at front

offside controls slightle loos

Pass 28 Mar 2013 33,308 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 30,092 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2011 29,114 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2011 29,114 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 12 Mar 2009 26,568 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2008 17,570 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2007 17,076 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 7 Aug 2007 17,075 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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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P162 XWR is a 1997 BMW F650 in Red with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 P162 XWR, 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 P162 XWR registered?

P162 XWR is a 1997 BMW F650, first registered on 30 June 1997.

Is P162 XWR safe to buy?

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