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P512 FMO

1997 BMW F650

Yellow Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jun 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

19,043 mi
Last recorded19,043 miles
Recorded on19 May 2026
Typical for 1997 BMW F65026,358 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP512 FMO
MakeBMW
ModelF650
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 May 2026 19,043 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2025 18,991 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2024 18,716 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 24 Feb 2024 18,701 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

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

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

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

Pass 4 Jul 2022 15,402 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2022 15,402 miles

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 Mar 2021 15,237 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2020 14,899 miles

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 16 Mar 2019 13,564 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2019 13,563 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Mar 2018 10,512 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 10,426 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 10,288 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 10,171 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 13 Jan 2014 8,919 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2012 7,582 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2012 7,582 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2010 7,316 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2009 6,052 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2008 6,033 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2006 5,995 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2006 5,995 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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P512 FMO is a 1997 BMW F650 in Yellow with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 P512 FMO, 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 P512 FMO registered?

P512 FMO is a 1997 BMW F650, first registered on 19 February 1997.

Is P512 FMO safe to buy?

The MOT history for P512 FMO shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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