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P332 WAX

1997 BMW F650

Red Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Apr 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

68,297 mi
Last recorded68,297 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 BMW F65026,358 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP332 WAX
MakeBMW
ModelF650
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc
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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 68,297 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2025 68,022 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2024 67,067 miles

Central Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 17 Feb 2023 66,917 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 17 Feb 2023 66,917 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Brake fluid below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Pass 10 Feb 2022 64,808 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2021 61,884 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2020 60,085 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2020 60,085 miles

Central Fuel cap leaking dirt caught under sealing ring (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Feb 2019 57,712 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2019 57,712 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 1 Feb 2018 56,658 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 18 Feb 2017 54,954 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 51,911 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 51,818 miles
Pass 29 May 2010 49,735 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2009 47,824 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2008 45,570 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2007 42,104 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2006 36,549 miles

Rear 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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P332 WAX is a 1997 BMW F650 in Red with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 P332 WAX, 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 P332 WAX registered?

P332 WAX is a 1997 BMW F650, first registered on 24 January 1997.

Is P332 WAX safe to buy?

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