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P305 WAX

1997 BMW F650

Silver Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jun 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

35,963 mi
Last recorded35,963 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 BMW F65026,358 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP305 WAX
MakeBMW
ModelF650
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2026 35,963 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2025 35,539 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2024 35,474 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2023 35,035 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2019 35,018 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 25 Jul 2019 35,018 miles

Handlebar retaining device loose (2.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 17 May 2018 34,491 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2017 33,389 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 31,963 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 30,267 miles
Pass 31 May 2014 28,042 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 25,712 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2011 25,604 miles

front pads wearing low

Pass 19 Aug 2010 24,805 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2009 22,759 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 22,193 miles

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

Fail 28 Aug 2008 22,193 miles

Rear position lamp damaged and function impaired (1.1.1b)

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

Pass 5 Sep 2007 21,707 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 21,329 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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P305 WAX is a 1997 BMW F650 in Silver 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 P305 WAX, 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 P305 WAX registered?

P305 WAX is a 1997 BMW F650, first registered on 4 March 1997.

Is P305 WAX safe to buy?

The MOT history for P305 WAX 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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