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P262 WHG

1997 BMW F650

Red Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2011
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

34,120 mi
Last recorded34,120 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2010
Typical for 1997 BMW F65026,358 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP262 WHG
MakeBMW
ModelF650
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2010 34,120 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2010 34,120 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 26 Jan 2009 33,237 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2008 32,677 miles

Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1a)

Pass 16 Feb 2006 32,049 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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P262 WHG is a 1997 BMW F650 in Red with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 P262 WHG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of P262 WHG?

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What year was P262 WHG registered?

P262 WHG is a 1997 BMW F650, first registered on 10 February 1997.

Is P262 WHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for P262 WHG shows 5 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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