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P601 FTA

1997 BMW F650

White Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests27 (19 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate70.4%

Mileage

42,994 mi
Last recorded42,994 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 BMW F65026,358 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP601 FTA
MakeBMW
ModelF650
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

19 pass 8 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 42,994 miles

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

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 22 Mar 2025 42,597 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2024 40,240 miles

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

Fail 11 Mar 2024 40,236 miles

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

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

Handlebar fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Drive chain so worn it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 11 Oct 2022 37,040 miles

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

Fail 10 Oct 2022 37,040 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 16 Oct 2021 35,219 miles

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

Pass 26 Aug 2021 35,216 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Fail 24 Aug 2021 35,210 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 23 Mar 2020 34,850 miles

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 20 Dec 2018 34,412 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))

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

Pass 16 Dec 2017 33,903 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 5 Jan 2017 32,065 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2015 30,376 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2015 30,376 miles

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

Pass 1 Nov 2014 40,574 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2012 39,557 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2012 39,557 miles

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

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

Fail 7 Sep 2011 38,626 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 7 Sep 2011 38,626 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2010 37,808 miles

Rear Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Rear Rear position lamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

slight perishing on rear tyre

Pass 14 Sep 2009 35,537 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2008 33,400 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))

Fail 8 Sep 2008 33,400 miles

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

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 3 Jul 2007 26,963 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2006 25,652 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2006 25,652 miles

Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

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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P601 FTA is a 1997 BMW F650 in White with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.4%.

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 P601 FTA, 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 P601 FTA registered?

P601 FTA is a 1997 BMW F650, first registered on 31 January 1997.

Is P601 FTA safe to buy?

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