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P769 WGS

1997 BMW F650

Blue Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Aug 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

33,737 mi
Last recorded33,737 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 BMW F65026,358 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP769 WGS
MakeBMW
ModelF650
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2025 33,737 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2024 33,696 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2023 33,612 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2022 33,340 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2021 33,111 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2020 32,851 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 32,835 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 18 Apr 2018 32,154 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2018 32,154 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 29 Mar 2017 31,135 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2016 29,997 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2014 28,803 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2013 27,812 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 26 Oct 2013 27,812 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2012 25,984 miles

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

Fail 22 Oct 2012 25,984 miles

Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Front Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

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

Pass 26 Oct 2011 23,133 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2009 22,909 miles

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

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

Pass 10 Mar 2008 22,674 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2007 22,176 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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P769 WGS is a 1997 BMW F650 in Blue with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 P769 WGS, 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 P769 WGS registered?

P769 WGS is a 1997 BMW F650, first registered on 26 June 1997.

Is P769 WGS safe to buy?

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