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BMW 3 Series

Red · Petrol · 1998 · 2,494 cc

R201 LSFMOT history

R201 LSF is a red petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 20 Jun 1998. Its MOT is valid until 21 May 2027 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 102,881 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 May 2026.

R201 LSF red 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 21 May 2027
Mileage
102,881 mi
At MOT on 22 May 2026
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,184 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R201 LSF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
20 Jun 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 May 2027
Latest MOT test
22 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

R201 LSF was last recorded at 102,881 miles on 22 May 2026, 12 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
102,869 miles · 13 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
12 miles
Average per year
3,184 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 102,881 miles
  • 2025 – 102,869 miles
  • 2024 – 98,724 miles
  • 2023 – 95,928 miles
  • 2022 – 91,484 miles
  • 2021 – 89,601 miles
  • 2020 – 88,310 miles
  • 2019 – 86,034 miles
  • 2017 – 84,080 miles
  • 2016 – 81,955 miles
  • 2015 – 79,061 miles
  • 2014 – 73,476 miles
  • 2013 – 65,401 miles
  • 2012 – 57,801 miles
  • 2011 – 50,255 miles
  • 2010 – 45,047 miles
  • 2009 – 44,334 miles
  • 2008 – 43,540 miles
  • 2007 – 41,832 miles
  • 2006 – 40,673 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass102,881 miles
  • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front (5.2.3 (d) (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.

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2009–2017

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2009–2017

  • Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear outer face

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both front

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

27 tests since 7 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass102,881 miles (+12)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2027
    Odometer
    102,881 miles
    Test number
    492585826540
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail102,869 miles (+4,145)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,869 miles
    Test number
    460495321176
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength at rear suspension mounting point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened arm heavily corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive at rear suspension mounting point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear in treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass98,724 miles (+604)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    98,724 miles
    Test number
    769407357642
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear outer face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryService brake fluctuating, but not excessively both front (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryService brake fluctuating, but not excessively both rear (1.2.1 (e))

  4. Fail98,120 miles (+2,192)6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,120 miles
    Test number
    498576790092
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear outer face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryService brake fluctuating, but not excessively both front (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryService brake fluctuating, but not excessively both rear (1.2.1 (e))

  5. Pass95,928 miles (+4,444)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    95,928 miles
    Test number
    953107514975
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear outer face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front sections of front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass91,484 miles (+1,883)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    91,484 miles
    Test number
    212661840756
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  7. Pass89,601 miles (+23)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    89,601 miles
    Test number
    982943865385
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  8. Fail89,578 miles (+1,268)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,578 miles
    Test number
    531215199318
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  9. Pass88,310 miles (+3)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    88,310 miles
    Test number
    473021142619
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • 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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail88,307 miles (+2,273)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,307 miles
    Test number
    959724174332
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • 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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass86,034 miles (+1,954)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    86,034 miles
    Test number
    878513751131
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  12. Pass84,080 miles (+9)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    84,080 miles
    Test number
    862892248407
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

  13. Fail84,071 miles (+2,116)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,071 miles
    Test number
    402832116874
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear mounting bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear mounting bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

  14. Pass81,955 miles (+2,894)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    81,955 miles
    Test number
    464298641370
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass79,061 miles (+5,585)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    79,061 miles
    Test number
    754356103428
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Pass73,476 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    73,476 miles
    Test number
    476828484247
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

  17. Fail73,476 miles (+8,075)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,476 miles
    Test number
    208388084252
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

  18. Pass65,401 miles (+7,600)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    65,401 miles
    Test number
    458752103489

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass57,801 miles (+7,546)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    57,801 miles
    Test number
    425680192289
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  20. Pass50,255 miles (+5,208)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    50,255 miles
    Test number
    587754891244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass45,047 miles (+713)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    45,047 miles
    Test number
    313303690437
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  22. Pass44,334 miles (+794)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    44,334 miles
    Test number
    850372109357
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  23. Pass43,540 miles (+1,708)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    43,540 miles
    Test number
    820916898238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass41,832 miles (+123)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    41,832 miles
    Test number
    590133207329

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail41,709 miles (+1,036)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,709 miles
    Test number
    533215297227
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  26. Pass40,673 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    40,673 miles
    Test number
    352991316384
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  27. Fail40,673 miles1 failure1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,673 miles
    Test number
    271411616339
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Questions about R201 LSF

Does R201 LSF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R201 LSF is valid until 21 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on R201 LSF?
The MOT on R201 LSF is valid until 21 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R201 LSF done?
R201 LSF was recorded at 102,881 miles at its MOT on 22 May 2026, an average of 3,184 miles a year.
Has R201 LSF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R201 LSF has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on R201 LSF 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 R201 LSF find?
R201 LSF passed its latest MOT on 22 May 2026 with 1 advisory: tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front.

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