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BMW F650

Red · Petrol · 1998 · 650 cc

S778 SBAMOT history

S778 SBA is a red petrol BMW F650 first used on 5 Sept 1998. Its MOT is valid until 10 Oct 2027 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 56,514 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 10 Oct 2027
Mileage
56,514 mi
At MOT on 17 Sept 2026
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
2,074 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S778 SBA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
F650
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
650 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
5 Sept 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S778 SBA was last recorded at 56,514 miles on 17 Sept 2026, 2,259 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Sept 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 9 Mar 2023: 49,994 miles, lower than 49,999 miles on 13 Apr 2022.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
54,255 miles · 15 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
2,259 miles
Average per year
2,074 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 56,514 miles
  • 2025 – 54,255 miles
  • 2024 – 52,984 miles
  • 2023 – 51,296 miles
  • 2022 – 49,999 miles
  • 2021 – 49,784 miles
  • 2020 – 49,524 miles
  • 2019 – 49,093 miles
  • 2018 – 47,987 miles
  • 2017 – 45,141 miles
  • 2016 – 44,573 miles
  • 2012 – 44,426 miles
  • 2011 – 30,058 miles
  • 2010 – 20,101 miles
  • 2007 – 18,769 miles
  • 2006 – 14,769 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass56,514 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Central Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

27 tests since 31 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass56,514 miles (+2,259)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    56,514 miles
    Test number
    430798697823

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass54,255 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    54,255 miles
    Test number
    139966697688

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail54,255 miles (+1,271)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,255 miles
    Test number
    581314556574
    • MajorRear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions wrong rotation (5.2.3 (i))

  4. Pass52,984 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    52,984 miles
    Test number
    961606195294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail52,984 miles (+1,688)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,984 miles
    Test number
    624105407207
    • DangerousStop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorRear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

  6. Pass51,296 miles (+1,302)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    51,296 miles
    Test number
    138351343234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass49,994 miles (-5)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    49,994 miles
    Test number
    204111270545

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass49,999 miles (+215)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    49,999 miles
    Test number
    424429025789

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass49,784 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    49,784 miles
    Test number
    168151454214
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  10. Fail49,784 miles (+260)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,784 miles
    Test number
    342441025412
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  11. Pass49,524 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    49,524 miles
    Test number
    225058454148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail49,524 miles (+431)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,524 miles
    Test number
    197351840903
    • Repaired at testStop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass49,093 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    49,093 miles
    Test number
    313780313195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail49,093 miles (+1,106)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,093 miles
    Test number
    188574036587
    • MajorRear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  15. Pass47,987 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2019
    Odometer
    47,987 miles
    Test number
    858036465423
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

  16. Fail47,987 miles (+2,846)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,987 miles
    Test number
    308736762129
    • FailureNearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

  17. Pass45,141 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    45,141 miles
    Test number
    212673158533

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail45,136 miles (+563)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,136 miles
    Test number
    327487156911
    • FailureFront Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)
    • FailureFront Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))
    • FailureOffside Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)
    • FailureOffside Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

  19. Pass44,573 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    44,573 miles
    Test number
    780727712359

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail44,572 miles (+146)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,572 miles
    Test number
    329514244484
    • FailureFront Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)
    • FailureRear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

  21. Fail44,426 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,426 miles
    Test number
    216173762427
    • Repaired at testDipswitch does not deflect the main beam/s, making them into dipped beam/s (1.2.2b(ii))
    • Repaired at testFuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

  22. Pass44,426 miles (+14,368)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    44,426 miles
    Test number
    375333962168
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

  23. Pass30,058 miles (+9,957)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2012
    Odometer
    30,058 miles
    Test number
    257311331439
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Lower Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

  24. Pass20,101 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2011
    Odometer
    20,101 miles
    Test number
    200532950422

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail20,101 miles (+1,332)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,101 miles
    Test number
    310909940124
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

  26. Pass18,769 miles (+4,000)1 dangerous3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    18,769 miles
    Test number
    190528507283
    • DangerousRear pads are parting company with their metal backings
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)
    • AdvisoryDrive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
    • AdvisorySteering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
    • NoteHand guards touch fairing on full lock

  27. Pass14,769 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    14,769 miles
    Test number
    270692116264
    • NoteFront R/H Hand guard hits front screen. and some cables are being trapped from lock to lock
    • NoteFront pads very low probally just on the limit.

Questions about S778 SBA

Does S778 SBA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S778 SBA is valid until 10 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on S778 SBA?
The MOT on S778 SBA is valid until 10 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S778 SBA done?
S778 SBA was recorded at 56,514 miles at its MOT on 17 Sept 2026, an average of 2,074 miles a year.
Has S778 SBA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S778 SBA has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on S778 SBA ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 9 Mar 2023. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S778 SBA find?
S778 SBA passed its latest MOT on 17 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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