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P834 ORJ

1997 BMW F650

White Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Dec 2021
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

58,304 mi
Last recorded58,304 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2020
Typical for 1997 BMW F65026,358 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP834 ORJ
MakeBMW
ModelF650
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2020 58,304 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2019 57,969 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 55,101 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2018 55,054 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 24 Jun 2017 53,698 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2017 53,697 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2016 51,604 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2015 50,440 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 50,436 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2012 50,122 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2011 48,730 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 47,322 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 45,753 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2009 45,752 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 17 Apr 2008 44,384 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2006 39,285 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2006 39,285 miles

Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)

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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P834 ORJ is a 1997 BMW F650 in White with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 P834 ORJ, 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 P834 ORJ registered?

P834 ORJ is a 1997 BMW F650, first registered on 6 June 1997.

Is P834 ORJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for P834 ORJ shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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