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P727 NDB

1997 BMW F650

Yellow Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Mar 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

17,577 mi
Last recorded17,577 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 BMW F65026,358 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP727 NDB
MakeBMW
ModelF650
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2026 17,577 miles

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

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 15 Nov 2024 15,998 miles

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

Pass 11 Nov 2023 13,964 miles

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

Rear Position lamp damaged but function not impaired (4.2.1 (c) (ii))

Pass 4 Nov 2022 13,862 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2021 13,781 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2020 13,580 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2019 13,571 miles

Front brake light switch requires adjustment

Headlight switch sticky

Indicator relay giving short flashes

Pass 26 Jul 2018 13,544 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2017 13,512 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2016 13,455 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 13,420 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2014 13,420 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 25 Aug 2012 13,411 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 13,364 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2010 13,280 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2009 13,204 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2008 13,085 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2008 13,067 miles

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

Pass 5 Jan 2007 12,712 miles

CHAIN AND SPROCKETS WORN

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

Pass 26 Jul 2005 12,646 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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P727 NDB is a 1997 BMW F650 in Yellow with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 P727 NDB, 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 P727 NDB registered?

P727 NDB is a 1997 BMW F650, first registered on 14 March 1997.

Is P727 NDB safe to buy?

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