MOT Status
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42,994 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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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))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
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))
Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
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))
Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
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))
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))
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))
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)
Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)
Lower Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
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
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
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))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)
How Reliable is the BMW F650?
Based on 23,786 MOT tests across 2,143 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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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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