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P286 BBV

1997 BMW F650

Red Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

23,243 mi
Last recorded23,243 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2009
Typical for 1997 BMW F65026,358 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP286 BBV
MakeBMW
ModelF650
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2009 23,243 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 16 Jul 2008 19,385 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2007 13,737 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 12,603 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2006 12,601 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

chain is dry of lubrication

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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P286 BBV 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 P286 BBV, 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 P286 BBV registered?

P286 BBV is a 1997 BMW F650, first registered on 11 April 1997.

Is P286 BBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for P286 BBV 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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