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P464 CWL

1997 BMW F650

Blue Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 May 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

48,433 mi
Last recorded48,433 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 1997 BMW F65026,358 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP464 CWL
MakeBMW
ModelF650
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 May 2026 48,433 miles

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

Pass 8 Apr 2025 45,114 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2024 39,813 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2024 39,812 miles

Rear Wheel corroded to the extent that the wheel could break up (5.2.2 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Apr 2023 38,453 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play sprocket carrier bearing (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2021 37,572 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2020 31,279 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 29,601 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2018 29,299 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 29,100 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2015 28,697 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2014 28,564 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2013 28,344 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2011 27,840 miles

Rear Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Pass 24 Jun 2010 27,153 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Fail 28 May 2010 27,134 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 20 Jun 2009 26,845 miles
Pass 17 May 2008 26,221 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 25,235 miles
Pass 16 May 2006 24,182 miles
Fail 6 May 2006 24,182 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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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P464 CWL is a 1997 BMW F650 in Blue with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 P464 CWL, 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 P464 CWL registered?

P464 CWL is a 1997 BMW F650, first registered on 23 January 1997.

Is P464 CWL safe to buy?

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