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P712 UNS

1997 BMW F Series

Blue Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2022
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

18,486 mi
Last recorded18,486 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2021
Typical for 1997 BMW F Series24,098 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP712 UNS
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2021 18,486 miles

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

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

Fail 4 Jun 2021 18,475 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake disc insecure (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 19 Jul 2019 17,330 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2018 37,217 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2017 31,993 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2017 31,968 miles

Central Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Oct 2015 31,663 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 23,637 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 16,096 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 14,990 miles
Fail 25 May 2012 14,990 miles

Offside Rear Lower Brake master cylinder has a seized master cylinder pivot. (3.2.B5)

Pass 19 May 2010 14,960 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

rear tyre soft

Pass 9 Jan 2009 4,945 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2007 14,419 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2006 10,508 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2006 10,490 miles

Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Nearside Front Fairing so located that it is likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Nearside Front Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Nearside Front Indicator switch insecure (1.5.4)

Offside Rear Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Offside Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

How Reliable is the BMW F Series?

Based on 92,321 MOT tests across 8,598 vehicles.

88.0%
Pass Rate
1,110
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
8,598
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 651
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 616
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 570
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 310
Horn not working 299
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P712 UNS is a 1997 BMW F Series in Blue with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1997 BMW F Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.0% with a typical mileage of 24,098 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 F Series fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 651 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P712 UNS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW F Series typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 29 years old, this BMW F Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P712 UNS registered?

P712 UNS is a 1997 BMW F Series, first registered on 24 January 1997.

Is P712 UNS safe to buy?

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