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P89 GEG

1997 BMW F650

Orange Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Oct 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

Typical for 1997 BMW F65026,358 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP89 GEG
MakeBMW
ModelF650
Year1997
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2025

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 5 Jul 2016 33,107 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2015 30,485 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2014 27,651 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 27,265 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2008 27,715 miles

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

Fail 28 Mar 2007 24,125 miles

Centre Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Centre Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

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

Pass 28 Mar 2007 24,125 miles

Centre Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 1 Feb 2006 23,854 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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P89 GEG is a 1997 BMW F650 in Orange with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 P89 GEG, 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 P89 GEG registered?

P89 GEG is a 1997 BMW F650, first registered on 17 January 1997.

Is P89 GEG safe to buy?

The MOT history for P89 GEG shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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