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P960 SUL

1997 BMW F650

Blue Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

36,204 mi
Last recorded36,204 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2019
Typical for 1997 BMW F65026,358 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP960 SUL
MakeBMW
ModelF650
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2019 36,204 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2018 35,744 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 34,742 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 31 Mar 2016 28,943 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 28,793 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Pass 2 May 2014 27,871 miles

mirrors have slight contact with screen

Pass 9 May 2013 27,305 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2012 27,197 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2012 27,197 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 28 Feb 2011 26,903 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2011 26,903 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i)) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Jan 2010 26,054 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2009 25,244 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Feb 2008 22,596 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2007 19,720 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 7 Nov 2005 16,203 miles

Front Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

Upper Rear suspension bush 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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P960 SUL is a 1997 BMW F650 in Blue with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 P960 SUL, 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 P960 SUL registered?

P960 SUL is a 1997 BMW F650, first registered on 18 July 1997.

Is P960 SUL safe to buy?

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