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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2004 · 1,995 cc

771 SKLMOT history

771 SKL is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 6 Dec 2004. Its MOT is valid until 15 Feb 2027 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 271,853 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Feb 2026.

771 SKL black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 15 Feb 2027
Mileage
271,853 mi
At MOT on 16 Feb 2026
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
10,025 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
771 SKL
Registration format
Dateless
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
6 Dec 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

771 SKL was last recorded at 271,853 miles on 16 Feb 2026, 4,422 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
267,431 miles · 13 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
4,422 miles
Average per year
10,025 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 271,853 miles
  • 2025 – 267,431 miles
  • 2024 – 264,112 miles
  • 2023 – 260,696 miles
  • 2022 – 253,532 miles
  • 2021 – 249,988 miles
  • 2019 – 240,319 miles
  • 2018 – 229,484 miles
  • 2017 – 215,259 miles
  • 2016 – 201,199 miles
  • 2015 – 184,912 miles
  • 2014 – 164,367 miles
  • 2013 – 162,296 miles
  • 2012 – 153,731 miles
  • 2011 – 140,851 miles
  • 2010 – 126,773 miles
  • 2009 – 112,109 miles
  • 2008 – 101,841 miles
  • 2007 – 88,475 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass271,853 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

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.

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated brake hose cracking (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Rear tyre worn low on inner and outer tread 205/55x16

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated brake hose cracking (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Rear number plate light lens missing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

30 tests since 2 Nov 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass271,853 miles (+4,422)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    271,853 miles
    Test number
    907350356141
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Pass267,431 miles (+3,319)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    267,431 miles
    Test number
    244994010263
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened multiple (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass264,112 miles (+3,416)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    264,112 miles
    Test number
    905388974579
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass260,696 miles (+7,164)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    260,696 miles
    Test number
    246882989017
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass253,532 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    253,532 miles
    Test number
    451786831883
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail253,532 miles (+3,544)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    253,532 miles
    Test number
    500458969932
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass249,988 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    249,988 miles
    Test number
    444544306792
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  8. Fail249,988 miles (+9,669)3 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    249,988 miles
    Test number
    447630106209
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  9. Pass240,319 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    240,319 miles
    Test number
    572285743753

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail240,318 miles (+10,834)1 dangerous5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    240,318 miles
    Test number
    547395379921
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass229,484 miles (+14,225)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    229,484 miles
    Test number
    117043308225
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear bump stop deteriated
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear bumo stop deteriated
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass215,259 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2018
    Odometer
    215,259 miles
    Test number
    295752987291
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated brake hose cracking (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre worn low on inner and outer tread 205/55x16
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated brake hose cracking (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear number plate light lens missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre worn low on inner tread 205/55x16

  13. Fail215,259 miles (+14,060)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    215,259 miles
    Test number
    639574997933
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop link (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated brake hose cracking (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre worn low on inner and outer tread 205/55x16
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated brake hose cracking (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear number plate light lens missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre worn low on inner tread 205/55x16

  14. Pass201,199 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2017
    Odometer
    201,199 miles
    Test number
    900418262660
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit tyre nealy bald on outer tread 205/55x16 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit tyre nealy bald on outer tread 205/55x16 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear number plate light cover missing
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted obscuring some under bonnet components
    • AdvisoryExhaust loose at front pipe joint
    • AdvisoryNearside front underneath plastic cover insecure
    • AdvisoryRear wiper blade split

  15. Fail201,198 miles (+16,286)3 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    201,198 miles
    Test number
    119301137341
    • FailureDirection indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively wiper blade split (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively wiper blade split (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit tyre nealy bald on outer tread 205/55x16 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit tyre nealy bald on outer tread 205/55x16 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear number plate light cover missing
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted obscuring some under bonnet components
    • AdvisoryExhaust loose at front pipe joint
    • AdvisoryNearside front underneath plastic cover insecure
    • AdvisoryRear wiper blade split

  16. Pass184,912 miles (+729)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2016
    Odometer
    184,912 miles
    Test number
    577846725175
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  17. Fail184,183 miles (+19,816)6 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,183 miles
    Test number
    285963215465
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  18. Pass164,367 miles (+2,071)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    164,367 miles
    Test number
    749526334056
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteMetal undertray at front of vehicle is damaged

  19. Pass162,296 miles (+8,565)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    162,296 miles
    Test number
    189497293255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass153,731 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    153,731 miles
    Test number
    458901412325

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail153,731 miles (+12,880)1 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,731 miles
    Test number
    496441612397
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  22. Pass140,851 miles (+1)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    140,851 miles
    Test number
    157052201302
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth front brake discs worn

  23. Fail140,850 miles (+14,077)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,850 miles
    Test number
    597210301383
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth front brake discs worn

  24. Pass126,773 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    126,773 miles
    Test number
    770805400368

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail126,773 miles (+14,664)6 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,773 miles
    Test number
    613412000360
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • NoteNearside rear wheel-bearin slightly noisey

  26. Pass112,109 miles (+10,268)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    112,109 miles
    Test number
    300021509329

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass101,841 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    101,841 miles
    Test number
    204695508319
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteFront brake discs worn
    • NoteFront number plate cracked
    • NoteRear brake discs worn

  28. Fail101,841 miles (+13,366)5 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,841 miles
    Test number
    993344508317
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteFront brake discs worn
    • NoteFront number plate cracked
    • NoteRear brake discs worn

  29. Pass88,475 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    88,475 miles
    Test number
    421156907346
    • NoteN/s rear tyre wearing low
    • NoteSlight damage to o/s front chassis

  30. Fail88,475 miles3 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,475 miles
    Test number
    863116907346
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteN/s rear tyre wearing low
    • NoteSlight damage to o/s front chassis

Questions about 771 SKL

What vehicle is registration 771 SKL currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 771 SKL on a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 6 Dec 2004. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does 771 SKL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 771 SKL is valid until 15 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on 771 SKL?
The MOT on 771 SKL is valid until 15 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 771 SKL done?
771 SKL was recorded at 271,853 miles at its MOT on 16 Feb 2026, an average of 10,025 miles a year.
Has 771 SKL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 771 SKL has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on 771 SKL ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on 771 SKL find?
771 SKL passed its latest MOT on 16 Feb 2026 with 9 advisories: nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside front inner suspension arm ball joint has slight play; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 6 more.

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