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P282 LYC

1997 BMW F650

Black Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

21,002 mi
Last recorded21,002 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 BMW F65026,358 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP282 LYC
MakeBMW
ModelF650
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2026 21,002 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2024 20,864 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2023 20,751 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2022 20,533 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2021 20,132 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2020 19,750 miles

Offside Rear Lower Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2019 18,664 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2019 18,664 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2018 17,460 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2017 15,911 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 14,939 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 14,384 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 14,292 miles

Offside Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 20 Aug 2013 14,167 miles

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

Offside Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 5 Apr 2012 14,146 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 5 Apr 2012 14,146 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 14,042 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 22 Mar 2010 13,836 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2009 12,611 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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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P282 LYC is a 1997 BMW F650 in Black with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 P282 LYC, 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

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What year was P282 LYC registered?

P282 LYC is a 1997 BMW F650, first registered on 27 March 1997.

Is P282 LYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for P282 LYC shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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