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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 2,494 cc

R277 EOBMOT history

R277 EOB is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 25 Feb 1998. Its MOT is valid until 22 May 2027 and it has passed 10 of 11 MOT tests, with 129,356 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 May 2026.

R277 EOB blue 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 22 May 2027
Mileage
129,356 mi
At MOT on 6 Jun 2016
MOT tests
11
10 passed · 1 failed
Per year
4,506 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R277 EOB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
25 Feb 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 May 2027
Latest MOT test
23 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

R277 EOB was last recorded at 129,356 miles on 6 Jun 2016, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 May 2016.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
129,356 miles · 28 May 2016
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,506 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2016 – 129,356 miles
  • 2013 – 124,211 miles
  • 2012 – 119,531 miles
  • 2011 – 117,560 miles
  • 2010 – 112,778 miles
  • 2009 – 105,843 miles
  • 2008 – 99,430 miles
  • 2007 – 93,522 miles
  • 2006 – 86,572 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass
  • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Standard fitment seat belt missing both
  • AdvisoryPassenger seat(s) missing at time of test no rear seats
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both jacking points (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
  • AdvisoryNo lights fitted at time of test car only used in daylight hours has

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.

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2013

  • Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2013

  • Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2012

Full MOT history

11 tests since 8 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2027
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    453517875256
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Standard fitment seat belt missing both
    • AdvisoryPassenger seat(s) missing at time of test no rear seats
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both jacking points (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNo lights fitted at time of test car only used in daylight hours has

  2. Pass129,356 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    129,356 miles
    Test number
    353758206623
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  3. Fail129,356 miles (+5,145)8 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,356 miles
    Test number
    842236568567
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Steering system has a road wheel fouling a part of the vehicle (2.2.D.2a)
    • 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 Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  4. Pass124,211 miles (+4,680)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    124,211 miles
    Test number
    686997933321
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  5. Pass119,531 miles (+1,971)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    119,531 miles
    Test number
    678142742364
    • AdvisoryBonnet retaining device slightly deteriorated (8.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  6. Pass117,560 miles (+4,782)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    117,560 miles
    Test number
    637711541397
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

  7. Pass112,778 miles (+6,935)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    112,778 miles
    Test number
    270067530305

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass105,843 miles (+6,413)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    105,843 miles
    Test number
    390699929389
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  9. Pass99,430 miles (+5,908)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    99,430 miles
    Test number
    294369338386
    • 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)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre cracking on outer edge

  10. Pass93,522 miles (+6,950)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    93,522 miles
    Test number
    392197917318

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass86,572 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    86,572 miles
    Test number
    470832146412

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R277 EOB

Does R277 EOB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R277 EOB is valid until 22 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on R277 EOB?
The MOT on R277 EOB is valid until 22 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R277 EOB done?
R277 EOB was recorded at 129,356 miles at its MOT on 6 Jun 2016, an average of 4,506 miles a year.
Has R277 EOB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R277 EOB has failed 1 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 28 May 2016.
Has the mileage on R277 EOB 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 R277 EOB find?
R277 EOB passed its latest MOT on 23 May 2026 with 7 advisories: exhaust noisy; front standard fitment seat belt missing both; passenger seat(s) missing at time of test no rear seats, and 4 more.

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