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W197 YPX

2000 BMW F650

Blue Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

25,375 mi
Last recorded25,375 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 2000 BMW F65022,402 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW197 YPX
MakeBMW
ModelF650
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 25,375 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 9 Apr 2026 25,375 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Apr 2025 25,152 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2023 24,971 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2019 24,558 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 15 Aug 2018 23,695 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2017 23,303 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2016 22,061 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 19,598 miles

rear sprocket worn

Pass 1 Oct 2013 18,979 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2013 18,979 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 1 Oct 2012 18,191 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 11 Oct 2011 17,672 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2010 16,986 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 16,310 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 24 Sep 2009 16,310 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Jul 2008 14,252 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2007 12,773 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2006 11,787 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2005 7,866 miles

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

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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W197 YPX is a 2000 BMW F650 in Blue with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 2000 BMW F650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.5% with a typical mileage of 22,402 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 W197 YPX, 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 26 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 W197 YPX registered?

W197 YPX is a 2000 BMW F650, first registered on 31 December 2000.

Is W197 YPX safe to buy?

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