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P350 BCN

1997 BMW F650

Yellow Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2012
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

12,402 mi
Last recorded12,402 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2011
Typical for 1997 BMW F65026,358 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP350 BCN
MakeBMW
ModelF650
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2011 12,402 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2011 12,357 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 6 May 2010 8,944 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2010 8,842 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Fail 24 Apr 2009 7,164 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2009 7,164 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 6,844 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2006 6,092 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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P350 BCN is a 1997 BMW F650 in Yellow with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 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 P350 BCN, 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 P350 BCN registered?

P350 BCN is a 1997 BMW F650, first registered on 21 March 1997.

Is P350 BCN safe to buy?

The MOT history for P350 BCN shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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