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P820 RLG

1997 BMW F650

Green Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2021
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

18,876 mi
Last recorded18,876 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2023
Typical for 1997 BMW F65026,358 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP820 RLG
MakeBMW
ModelF650
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Fail 17 Oct 2023 18,876 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Steering operation fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Front Tyre Perishing

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 18 Dec 2020 18,501 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2019 18,220 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2018 17,750 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 16,800 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2017 16,795 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 2 Jun 2016 15,561 miles
Pass 30 May 2015 13,640 miles
Fail 30 May 2015 13,640 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2014 12,547 miles

Nearside Front Lower Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 7 Feb 2013 12,172 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2012 11,936 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2011 11,457 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2010 11,162 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2009 10,318 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2008 9,826 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2007 9,575 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2006 9,132 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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P820 RLG is a 1997 BMW F650 in Green with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 P820 RLG, 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 P820 RLG registered?

P820 RLG is a 1997 BMW F650, first registered on 1 April 1997.

Is P820 RLG safe to buy?

The MOT history for P820 RLG shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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