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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 2,793 cc

R389 WLCMOT history

R389 WLC is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 31 Dec 1998. Its MOT is valid until 15 Aug 2027 and it has passed 21 of 29 MOT tests, with 139,954 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jul 2026.

R389 WLC blue BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 15 Aug 2027
Mileage
139,954 mi
At MOT on 29 Jul 2026
MOT tests
29
21 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,505 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R389 WLC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
31 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

R389 WLC was last recorded at 139,954 miles on 29 Jul 2026, 5,714 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
134,240 miles · 16 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
5,714 miles
Average per year
2,505 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 139,954 miles
  • 2025 – 134,240 miles
  • 2024 – 129,361 miles
  • 2023 – 123,240 miles
  • 2022 – 117,406 miles
  • 2021 – 114,743 miles
  • 2020 – 113,869 miles
  • 2019 – 112,852 miles
  • 2018 – 111,340 miles
  • 2017 – 109,246 miles
  • 2016 – 106,963 miles
  • 2015 – 105,608 miles
  • 2014 – 104,217 miles
  • 2013 – 102,988 miles
  • 2012 – 101,954 miles
  • 2011 – 101,077 miles
  • 2010 – 99,929 miles
  • 2009 – 98,282 miles
  • 2008 – 95,615 miles
  • 2007 – 92,858 miles
  • 2006 – 89,639 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass139,954 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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 Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o\s and n\s

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Front and o\s rear jacking blocks missing

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Outer sill covers fitted

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2017

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass139,954 miles (+5,714)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    139,954 miles
    Test number
    236632428639
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass134,240 miles (+4,879)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    134,240 miles
    Test number
    976358677707

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass129,361 miles (+6,121)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    129,361 miles
    Test number
    553801577984
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly twisted Rubbing on shock (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Wishbone, inner ball joint (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Wishbone, inner ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Worn bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass123,240 miles (+5,834)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    123,240 miles
    Test number
    819070604041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass117,406 miles (+2,663)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    117,406 miles
    Test number
    172994667115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass114,743 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    114,743 miles
    Test number
    157781576368
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o\s and n\s (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryO\s and n\s f jacking blocks missing
    • AdvisoryRear floor to outer sills weak and corroding

  7. Fail114,743 miles (+874)1 dangerous1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,743 miles
    Test number
    117474911470
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o\s and n\s (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryO\s and n\s f jacking blocks missing
    • AdvisoryRear floor to outer sills weak and corroding

  8. Pass113,869 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    113,869 miles
    Test number
    735154198348
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on floor appearing in places
    • AdvisoryEngine smoky [just passed emissions]
    • AdvisoryFront and o\s rear jacking blocks missing
    • AdvisoryOuter sill covers fitted

  9. Fail113,869 miles (+1,017)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,869 miles
    Test number
    205323197826
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength anti roll bar mounting point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on floor appearing in places
    • AdvisoryEngine smoky [just passed emissions]
    • AdvisoryFront and o\s rear jacking blocks missing
    • AdvisoryOuter sill covers fitted

  10. Pass112,852 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    112,852 miles
    Test number
    172978351249
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o\s and n\s (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront and o\s rear jacking blocks missing
    • AdvisoryOuter sill covers fitted

  11. Fail112,852 miles (+1,512)1 dangerous4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,852 miles
    Test number
    852913492964
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn o\s and n\s (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn o\s and n\s (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn o\s and n\s (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o\s and n\s (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront and o\s rear jacking blocks missing
    • AdvisoryOuter sill covers fitted

  12. Pass111,340 miles (+2,094)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    111,340 miles
    Test number
    327344588358
    • MinorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront suspension bump stops worn

  13. Pass109,246 miles (+2,283)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    109,246 miles
    Test number
    193010432171
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryFront suspension bump stops worn n/s o/s
    • AdvisoryRear tyres perished o/s n/s
    • AdvisoryUnder cover fitted

  14. Pass106,963 miles (+1,355)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    106,963 miles
    Test number
    422683771945
    • AdvisoryRear tyres perished

  15. Pass105,608 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    105,608 miles
    Test number
    823283124340
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill to inner (2.4.A.3)

  16. Fail105,608 miles (+1,391)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,608 miles
    Test number
    906445812669
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill to inner (2.4.A.3)

  17. Pass104,217 miles (+1,229)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    104,217 miles
    Test number
    545664714219
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteN/s front o/s rear jacking blocks missing
    • NoteSill covers fitted

  18. Pass102,988 miles (+1,034)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    102,988 miles
    Test number
    699434213229
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteO/s rear n/s front jacking blocks missing
    • NoteSill covers fitted

  19. Pass101,954 miles (+58)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    101,954 miles
    Test number
    388756212468
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • 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)
    • NoteSill covers fitted

  20. Fail101,896 miles (+819)1 failure3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,896 miles
    Test number
    658888702266
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • 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)
    • NoteSill covers fitted

  21. Pass101,077 miles (+1,148)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    101,077 miles
    Test number
    967779191125
    • NoteSlight play in o\s and n\s front lower suspension joints
    • NoteSmall chips in windscreen

  22. Pass99,929 miles (+1,647)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    99,929 miles
    Test number
    723601200212
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteO\s and n\s front to rear brake pipes corroded
    • NoteWiper blades worn slightly

  23. Pass98,282 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    98,282 miles
    Test number
    793271099111
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  24. Fail98,279 miles (+2,664)1 dangerous5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,279 miles
    Test number
    581363389161
    • DangerousOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  25. Fail95,615 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,615 miles
    Test number
    203668978463
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  26. Pass95,615 miles (+2,757)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    95,615 miles
    Test number
    340558278127
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  27. Pass92,858 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    92,858 miles
    Test number
    700537777133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail92,853 miles (+3,214)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,853 miles
    Test number
    370516977104
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)
    • NoteWet conditions

  29. Pass89,639 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    89,639 miles
    Test number
    204378476155
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about R389 WLC

Does R389 WLC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R389 WLC is valid until 15 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on R389 WLC?
The MOT on R389 WLC is valid until 15 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R389 WLC done?
R389 WLC was recorded at 139,954 miles at its MOT on 29 Jul 2026, an average of 2,505 miles a year.
Has R389 WLC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R389 WLC has failed 8 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Jul 2021.
Has the mileage on R389 WLC 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 R389 WLC find?
R389 WLC passed its latest MOT on 29 Jul 2026 with 3 advisories: exhaust noisy; nearside front outer track rod end ball joint has slight play; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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