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P273 DJR

1997 BMW F650

Yellow Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2020
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

30,389 mi
Last recorded30,389 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2019
Typical for 1997 BMW F65026,358 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP273 DJR
MakeBMW
ModelF650
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2019 30,389 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

adv slight corrosion on brake pipe unions

adv surface corrosion on frame

adv surface corrosion on front and rear components

Fail 9 Mar 2019 30,389 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

adv slight corrosion on brake pipe unions

adv surface corrosion on frame

adv surface corrosion on front and rear components

Pass 24 Feb 2018 28,816 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2018 28,816 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2018 28,816 miles

Chain guard insecure (6.2.1c)

Pass 25 Jan 2017 27,827 miles

Adv front tyre low

Adv rear tyre squared off

Adv slight play in rear wheel bearing

Adv surface corrosion on components

Pass 3 Sep 2012 26,616 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 3 Sep 2012 26,616 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 25 Jul 2011 19,355 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2010 18,555 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 7 Aug 2009 17,544 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2008 17,465 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2007 16,893 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2006 16,711 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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P273 DJR is a 1997 BMW F650 in Yellow with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 P273 DJR, 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 P273 DJR registered?

P273 DJR is a 1997 BMW F650, first registered on 13 June 1997.

Is P273 DJR safe to buy?

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