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P61 BJB

1997 BMW F650

Red Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

19,360 mi
Last recorded19,360 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 BMW F65026,358 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP61 BJB
MakeBMW
ModelF650
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2026 19,360 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2025 18,361 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2024 17,673 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2023 17,312 miles

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

Pass 3 Mar 2022 15,089 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2021 14,513 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2020 13,509 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2014 13,495 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 12,533 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2012 12,533 miles

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

Pass 26 Feb 2011 12,510 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2009 11,933 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 11,526 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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P61 BJB is a 1997 BMW F650 in Red with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 P61 BJB, 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 P61 BJB registered?

P61 BJB is a 1997 BMW F650, first registered on 8 February 1997.

Is P61 BJB safe to buy?

The MOT history for P61 BJB shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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