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P339 SCA

1997 BMW F650

Black Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2026
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

41,027 mi
Last recorded41,027 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2025
Typical for 1997 BMW F65026,358 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP339 SCA
MakeBMW
ModelF650
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2025 41,027 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2024 40,237 miles

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

Pass 8 Mar 2023 39,930 miles

rear suspension linkage bushes worn

Pass 9 Feb 2022 38,842 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Feb 2021 37,603 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 6 Feb 2021 37,603 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Apr 2016 36,621 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 34,620 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 33,492 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2012 33,353 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2012 33,352 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2011 32,586 miles

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

Pass 22 Jun 2010 31,727 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2010 31,727 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 6 May 2009 29,805 miles
Fail 6 May 2009 29,805 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 6 May 2008 27,859 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2008 27,859 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2007 25,010 miles

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

Fail 5 May 2006 20,990 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

Pass 5 May 2006 20,990 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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P339 SCA is a 1997 BMW F650 in Black with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 P339 SCA, 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 P339 SCA registered?

P339 SCA is a 1997 BMW F650, first registered on 1 April 1997.

Is P339 SCA safe to buy?

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