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P751 SVX

1997 BMW F650

Red Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2024
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

58,391 mi
Last recorded58,391 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2023
Typical for 1997 BMW F65026,358 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP751 SVX
MakeBMW
ModelF650
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2023 58,391 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2022 56,802 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2021 54,682 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2021 54,663 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 May 2019 51,381 miles
Fail 21 May 2019 51,332 miles

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 May 2018 49,792 miles

Rear Rear shock. No damping.

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 24 May 2018 49,792 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 48,624 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 46,794 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 45,064 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 43,966 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 42,541 miles

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

Pass 23 Feb 2012 41,614 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 39,520 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2010 39,469 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

rope jamed around sprocket carrier

Pass 21 Feb 2009 38,236 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2009 38,236 miles

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension assembly component missing (2.3.1)

Nearside Rear Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Offside Front Lower Front suspension assembly component loose (2.3.1)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Rear Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

number plate incorect size

Pass 6 Mar 2008 36,136 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2007 32,516 miles

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

Fail 3 Feb 2007 32,442 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Rear suspension bearing 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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P751 SVX is a 1997 BMW F650 in Red with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P751 SVX, 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 P751 SVX registered?

P751 SVX is a 1997 BMW F650, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P751 SVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for P751 SVX shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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