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Black · Petrol · 2003 · 2,171 cc

786 SAMMOT history

786 SAM is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 22 May 2003. Its MOT is valid until 9 May 2027 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 42,336 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 May 2026.

786 SAM black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 9 May 2027
Mileage
42,336 mi
At MOT on 5 May 2026
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,443 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
786 SAM
Registration format
Dateless
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,171 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
22 May 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 May 2027
Latest MOT test
5 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

786 SAM was last recorded at 42,336 miles on 5 May 2026, 337 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 May 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 14 Mar 2009: 15,525 miles, lower than 19,565 miles on 29 Apr 2008.

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
41,999 miles · 9 May 2025
Between the last two tests
337 miles
Average per year
1,443 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 42,336 miles
  • 2025 – 41,999 miles
  • 2024 – 41,595 miles
  • 2023 – 40,588 miles
  • 2022 – 39,610 miles
  • 2021 – 38,804 miles
  • 2019 – 37,891 miles
  • 2017 – 37,320 miles
  • 2016 – 36,757 miles
  • 2014 – 35,732 miles
  • 2013 – 33,507 miles
  • 2012 – 29,166 miles
  • 2010 – 25,719 miles
  • 2009 – 15,525 miles
  • 2008 – 19,565 miles
  • 2007 – 14,552 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass42,336 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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 Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Covers & shields fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass42,336 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2027
    Odometer
    42,336 miles
    Test number
    456930857113
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail42,336 miles (+337)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,336 miles
    Test number
    315269339731
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass41,999 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2026
    Odometer
    41,999 miles
    Test number
    534790800745
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail41,999 miles (+404)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,999 miles
    Test number
    895937375105
    • MajorOffside Front Obligatory indirect vision device seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass41,595 miles (+1,007)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2025
    Odometer
    41,595 miles
    Test number
    749572404842
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass40,588 miles (+978)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2024
    Odometer
    40,588 miles
    Test number
    961540873537

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass39,610 miles (+806)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2023
    Odometer
    39,610 miles
    Test number
    916074021396

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass38,804 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2022
    Odometer
    38,804 miles
    Test number
    359181335721

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail38,790 miles (+899)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,790 miles
    Test number
    813127218535
    • MajorNearside Rear Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

  10. Pass37,891 miles (+571)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    37,891 miles
    Test number
    712058359954
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Pass37,320 miles (+563)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2018
    Odometer
    37,320 miles
    Test number
    535400691700

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass36,757 miles (+19)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2017
    Odometer
    36,757 miles
    Test number
    399194593059
    • AdvisoryCovers & shields fitted

  13. Fail36,738 miles (+1,006)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,738 miles
    Test number
    650772975057
    • FailureNearside Rear 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)
    • AdvisoryCovers & shields fitted

  14. Pass35,732 miles (+2,225)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    35,732 miles
    Test number
    318050284465

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass33,507 miles (+2,055)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    33,507 miles
    Test number
    245545103375

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass31,452 miles (+45)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    31,452 miles
    Test number
    688669513062
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Fail31,407 miles (+2,241)2 dangerous2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,407 miles
    Test number
    329222813000
    • DangerousParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass29,166 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    29,166 miles
    Test number
    168653112487
    • NoteUnder tray cover fitted not allowing for full inspection.

  19. Fail29,166 miles (+3,447)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,166 miles
    Test number
    615843112045
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteUnder tray cover fitted not allowing for full inspection.

  20. Pass25,719 miles (+10,194)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2011
    Odometer
    25,719 miles
    Test number
    811539220113
    • NoteFront tyres outer edge showing signs of cracking/tread seperation

  21. Pass15,525 miles (-4,040)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    15,525 miles
    Test number
    202563079031
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass19,565 miles (+5,013)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    19,565 miles
    Test number
    800290628126
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  23. Pass14,552 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    14,552 miles
    Test number
    182600337439

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about 786 SAM

What vehicle is registration 786 SAM currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 786 SAM on a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 22 May 2003. 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 786 SAM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 786 SAM is valid until 9 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on 786 SAM?
The MOT on 786 SAM is valid until 9 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 786 SAM done?
786 SAM was recorded at 42,336 miles at its MOT on 5 May 2026, an average of 1,443 miles a year.
Has 786 SAM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 786 SAM has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 5 May 2026.
Has the mileage on 786 SAM ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 14 Mar 2009. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on 786 SAM find?
786 SAM passed its latest MOT on 5 May 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside rear suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened; offside rear suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened; rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened.

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