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T397 SUY

1999 BMW F650

Blue Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

44,649 mi
Last recorded44,649 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2025
Typical for 1999 BMW F65024,231 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT397 SUY
MakeBMW
ModelF650
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2025 44,649 miles

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

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 23 Dec 2023 44,636 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2023 44,636 miles

Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jan 2023 38,415 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2019 38,193 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2018 37,097 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2017 36,950 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2017 36,397 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2016 35,198 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2015 34,314 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2014 32,888 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Mar 2013 29,399 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 25,734 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2011 23,689 miles

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

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

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 3 Mar 2011 23,689 miles

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 13 Feb 2010 20,752 miles

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

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

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

Pass 21 Feb 2009 18,247 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2008 16,762 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2007 13,976 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2007 13,963 miles

Rear Rear mono-shock pivot excessively worn (2.4.B.4)

engine on full left hand handle turn cuts out DEAD SHORT

Pass 3 Mar 2006 11,374 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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T397 SUY is a 1999 BMW F650 in Blue with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 1999 BMW F650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 24,231 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 T397 SUY, 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 27 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 T397 SUY registered?

T397 SUY is a 1999 BMW F650, first registered on 22 July 1999.

Is T397 SUY safe to buy?

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