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P454 MOW

1997 BMW F650

Black Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Sep 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

29,010 mi
Last recorded29,010 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2025
Typical for 1997 BMW F65026,358 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP454 MOW
MakeBMW
ModelF650
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2025 29,010 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2024 28,725 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Sep 2023 28,360 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Sep 2022 28,091 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Sep 2021 27,881 miles

Front Lower Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Sep 2020 27,602 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 17 May 2019 26,980 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2018 26,803 miles

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement upper rear suspension bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jun 2017 26,484 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2016 26,251 miles
Pass 30 May 2015 26,129 miles
Pass 31 May 2014 25,628 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 31 May 2013 24,202 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 23,190 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 21,026 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 26 May 2010 20,438 miles

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Pass 21 May 2009 20,116 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 19,847 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 19,399 miles
Fail 2 May 2007 19,395 miles

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

Fail 18 Apr 2006 18,926 miles

Lower Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 18 Apr 2006 18,926 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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P454 MOW is a 1997 BMW F650 in Black with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 P454 MOW, 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 P454 MOW registered?

P454 MOW is a 1997 BMW F650, first registered on 18 April 1997.

Is P454 MOW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P454 MOW shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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