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BMW 840

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 4,398 cc

S101 JRKMOT history

S101 JRK is a blue petrol BMW 840 first used on 1 Aug 1998. Its MOT is valid until 9 Jun 2027 and it has passed 18 of 29 MOT tests, with 130,661 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 9 Jun 2027
Mileage
130,661 mi
At MOT on 10 Jun 2026
MOT tests
29
18 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,068 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S101 JRK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
840
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,398 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S101 JRK was last recorded at 130,661 miles on 10 Jun 2026, 53 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Jun 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 24 Sept 2009: 58,002 miles, lower than 58,343 miles on 24 Jul 2009.

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
130,608 miles · 5 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
53 miles
Average per year
4,068 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 130,661 miles
  • 2025 – 130,608 miles
  • 2023 – 130,205 miles
  • 2022 – 130,169 miles
  • 2021 – 130,043 miles
  • 2019 – 129,777 miles
  • 2017 – 129,354 miles
  • 2016 – 128,550 miles
  • 2015 – 124,689 miles
  • 2014 – 115,002 miles
  • 2013 – 108,219 miles
  • 2011 – 86,839 miles
  • 2010 – 64,316 miles
  • 2009 – 58,002 miles
  • 2008 – 56,824 miles
  • 2007 – 54,087 miles
  • 2006 – 49,499 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass130,661 miles
  • AdvisoryEngine and Transmission oil leaks
  • AdvisoryFuel pipe(s) Corroded
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage At Connection to reservoir (2.1.5 (a))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault

    Failure3 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Fuel Pipe/s corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Underside of vehicle and components undersealed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass130,661 miles (+53)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    130,661 miles
    Test number
    278359877190
    • AdvisoryEngine and Transmission oil leaks
    • AdvisoryFuel pipe(s) Corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage At Connection to reservoir (2.1.5 (a))

  2. Pass130,608 miles (+403)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    130,608 miles
    Test number
    747948458080
    • AdvisoryEngine & transmission oil leaks
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage At connection to fluid reservoir (2.1.5 (a))

  3. Pass130,205 miles (+5)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    130,205 miles
    Test number
    261181927173
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle and components undersealed

  4. Fail130,200 miles (+31)4 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,200 miles
    Test number
    913659610952
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorExhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle and components undersealed

  5. Pass130,169 miles (+126)1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    130,169 miles
    Test number
    190456478208
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from gearbox and rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage at cooler (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryUnderside suspension components corroded

  6. Pass130,043 miles (+12)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    130,043 miles
    Test number
    383893753649
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (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))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded n/s and o/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded n/s and o/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll fuel pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryUnderside components corroded

  7. Fail130,031 miles (+254)8 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,031 miles
    Test number
    806270321685
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorRear Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view cracked (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded all
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryUnderside components corroded

  8. Pass129,777 miles (+1)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    129,777 miles
    Test number
    395131468037
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Fail129,776 miles (+422)3 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,776 miles
    Test number
    424608181949
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass129,354 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    129,354 miles
    Test number
    491982627583
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  11. Fail129,350 miles (+800)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,350 miles
    Test number
    451916459222
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  12. Pass128,550 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    128,550 miles
    Test number
    242114713085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail128,550 miles (+3,861)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,550 miles
    Test number
    341882511999
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) insecure (1.1.A.3a)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  14. Fail124,689 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,689 miles
    Test number
    605654495066
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteN/s/r bump stop damaged

  15. Pass124,689 miles (+9,687)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    124,689 miles
    Test number
    956354295042
    • NoteN/s/r bump stop damaged

  16. Pass115,002 miles (+14)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    115,002 miles
    Test number
    716962434060
    • NoteAll brake discs slightly worn/corroded.
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on edges.

  17. Fail114,988 miles (+6,769)7 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,988 miles
    Test number
    375621834076
    • FailureBrake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteAll brake discs slightly worn/corroded.
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on edges.

  18. Pass108,219 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    108,219 miles
    Test number
    479361413086
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass108,219 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    108,219 miles
    Test number
    695728303056
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  20. Fail108,218 miles (+21,379)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,218 miles
    Test number
    366358003057
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass86,839 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    86,839 miles
    Test number
    719527851373

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail86,830 miles (+22,514)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,830 miles
    Test number
    817187541329
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  23. Pass64,316 miles (+6,314)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    64,316 miles
    Test number
    464680830454

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass58,002 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    58,002 miles
    Test number
    551787569249
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  25. Fail58,002 miles (-341)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,002 miles
    Test number
    762697069277
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  26. Fail58,343 miles (+1,519)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,343 miles
    Test number
    200395709254
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

  27. Pass56,824 miles (+2,737)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    56,824 miles
    Test number
    332474008443

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass54,087 miles (+4,588)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    54,087 miles
    Test number
    393652517238
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  29. Pass49,499 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    49,499 miles
    Test number
    330318976170
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteO/s/r inner side light not working.

Questions about S101 JRK

Does S101 JRK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S101 JRK is valid until 9 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on S101 JRK?
The MOT on S101 JRK is valid until 9 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S101 JRK done?
S101 JRK was recorded at 130,661 miles at its MOT on 10 Jun 2026, an average of 4,068 miles a year.
Has S101 JRK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S101 JRK has failed 11 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on S101 JRK ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 24 Sept 2009. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S101 JRK find?
S101 JRK passed its latest MOT on 10 Jun 2026 with 4 advisories: engine and transmission oil leaks; fuel pipe(s) corroded; offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 1 more.

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