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P65 DRS

1997 BMW F650

Black Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2022
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

46,419 mi
Last recorded46,419 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2021
Typical for 1997 BMW F65026,358 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP65 DRS
MakeBMW
ModelF650
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2021 46,419 miles

Drive chain locking device slightly sprained

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front Clutch lever housing damaged

Offside Front Handlebar control block slightly loose

Pass 11 Jul 2019 39,777 miles

Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing alot of free movement before shock dampens (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 9 Jul 2019 39,749 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Stop lamp not working front and rear not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing alot of free movement before shock dampens (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 Jul 2018 36,949 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2017 36,900 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 36,282 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 23 Mar 2015 33,891 miles

Rear Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Pass 25 Jan 2014 33,667 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Front brake binding slightly

Gear lever loose on splines

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 18 Feb 2013 31,226 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2009 30,800 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2008 29,903 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 18 Apr 2008 29,903 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2006 26,034 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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P65 DRS is a 1997 BMW F650 in Black with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 P65 DRS, 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 P65 DRS registered?

P65 DRS is a 1997 BMW F650, first registered on 1 February 1997.

Is P65 DRS safe to buy?

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