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P740 ONC

1997 BMW F650

Blue Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2015
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

17,429 mi
Last recorded17,429 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2014
Typical for 1997 BMW F65026,358 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP740 ONC
MakeBMW
ModelF650
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc
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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 11 Jul 2014 17,429 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 16,450 miles

handlebar slightly bent o/s

Pass 28 Apr 2011 16,163 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2008 15,644 miles
Pass 15 May 2006 14,392 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Upper Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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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P740 ONC is a 1997 BMW F650 in Blue with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 P740 ONC, 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 P740 ONC registered?

P740 ONC is a 1997 BMW F650, first registered on 10 May 1997.

Is P740 ONC safe to buy?

The MOT history for P740 ONC shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P740 ONC have outstanding finance?

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