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P488 WGJ

1997 BMW F650

Blue Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 May 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

36,604 mi
Last recorded36,604 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 1997 BMW F65026,358 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP488 WGJ
MakeBMW
ModelF650
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 36,604 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Apr 2025 35,968 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2024 35,694 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2023 35,460 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2022 35,379 miles

Horn Not very loud

Pass 19 Mar 2021 35,171 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2020 34,465 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2019 34,129 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2018 33,946 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 32,068 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 31,436 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2014 31,330 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 30,547 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 31 May 2013 30,547 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 24 May 2012 29,738 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 27,970 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 26,234 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2009 25,074 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Apr 2008 20,667 miles

Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 15 Sep 2006 15,775 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2005 13,164 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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P488 WGJ is a 1997 BMW F650 in Blue with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 P488 WGJ, 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 P488 WGJ registered?

P488 WGJ is a 1997 BMW F650, first registered on 5 July 1997.

Is P488 WGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for P488 WGJ shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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