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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 1998 · 2,793 cc

S105 CHWMOT history

S105 CHW is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 1 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 17 Aug 2025 and it has passed 20 of 32 MOT tests, with 125,449 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Aug 2025.

S105 CHW black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 17 Aug 2025
Mileage
125,449 mi
At MOT on 11 Aug 2025
MOT tests
32
20 passed · 12 failed
Per year
3,028 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S105 CHW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Aug 2025
Latest MOT test
11 Aug 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

S105 CHW was last recorded at 125,449 miles on 11 Aug 2025, 382 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Jul 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
125,067 miles · 24 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
382 miles
Average per year
3,028 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 125,449 miles
  • 2024 – 125,067 miles
  • 2023 – 124,859 miles
  • 2022 – 122,226 miles
  • 2021 – 115,608 miles
  • 2020 – 112,835 miles
  • 2019 – 110,011 miles
  • 2018 – 106,031 miles
  • 2017 – 105,042 miles
  • 2016 – 103,247 miles
  • 2015 – 102,398 miles
  • 2014 – 100,803 miles
  • 2013 – 97,048 miles
  • 2012 – 92,468 miles
  • 2011 – 89,042 miles
  • 2010 – 87,475 miles
  • 2009 – 83,337 miles
  • 2008 – 79,566 miles
  • 2007 – 75,873 miles
  • 2006 – 71,089 miles
  • 2005 – 64,705 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail125,449 miles
  • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
  • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced JACKING PIONT, (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced JACKING POINT (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear N/S & O/S SHOCK BUMP STOPS/ SHOCK GUARDS,DETEORATED,
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

What MOT failures 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 Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front sill corroded in non prescribed area(around jacking point)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Cut in O/S/R tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Front wipers judder & smear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

32 tests since 19 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail125,449 miles (+382)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,449 miles
    Test number
    950109024464
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced JACKING PIONT, (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced JACKING POINT (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear N/S & O/S SHOCK BUMP STOPS/ SHOCK GUARDS,DETEORATED,
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass125,067 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    125,067 miles
    Test number
    866198416278
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front sill corroded in non prescribed area(around jacking point)

  3. Fail125,067 miles (+208)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,067 miles
    Test number
    920848393550
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front sill corroded in non prescribed area(around jacking point)

  4. Pass124,859 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    124,859 miles
    Test number
    702597582597
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Fail124,859 miles (+2,633)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,859 miles
    Test number
    738472971446
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Pass122,226 miles (+6,618)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    122,226 miles
    Test number
    434694039721

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass115,608 miles (+2,773)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    115,608 miles
    Test number
    399003272632
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass112,835 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    112,835 miles
    Test number
    316693281908

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail112,835 miles (+2,824)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,835 miles
    Test number
    525334172282
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  10. Pass110,011 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    110,011 miles
    Test number
    924553235710

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail110,011 miles (+3,980)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,011 miles
    Test number
    352950737940
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass106,031 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    106,031 miles
    Test number
    554189768391
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCut in O/S/R tyre

  13. Fail106,031 miles (+989)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,031 miles
    Test number
    513066875881
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCut in O/S/R tyre

  14. Pass105,042 miles (+1,795)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    105,042 miles
    Test number
    525187278302
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass103,247 miles (+8)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    103,247 miles
    Test number
    261300952464
    • AdvisoryFront wipers judder & smear
    • AdvisoryO/S/F brake pipe starting to corrode
    • AdvisoryRear no plate becoming insecure

  16. Fail103,239 miles (+841)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,239 miles
    Test number
    478220355222
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront wipers judder & smear
    • AdvisoryO/S/F brake pipe starting to corrode
    • AdvisoryO/S/F tyre starting to perish (crack)
    • AdvisoryRear no plate becoming insecure

  17. Pass102,398 miles (+1,595)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    102,398 miles
    Test number
    269657915271
    • NoteAir con drive belt missing
    • NoteFront and rear brake discs corroding
    • NoteOffside front metal brake pipe corroding

  18. Fail100,803 miles2 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,803 miles
    Test number
    268483824289
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFront no plate cracked
    • NoteRear brake discs slightly corroded

  19. Pass100,803 miles (+3,755)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    100,803 miles
    Test number
    757023024291
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFront no plate cracked
    • NoteRear brake discs slightly corroded

  20. Pass97,048 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    97,048 miles
    Test number
    389407703289
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Fail97,048 miles (+4,580)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,048 miles
    Test number
    677917703254
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  22. Pass92,468 miles (+3,426)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    92,468 miles
    Test number
    995793422220
    • NoteA/c compressor leaking

  23. Pass89,042 miles (+1,567)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    89,042 miles
    Test number
    698619201213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass87,475 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    87,475 miles
    Test number
    624600130291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail87,475 miles (+4,138)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,475 miles
    Test number
    624493420240
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  26. Pass83,337 miles (+3,771)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    83,337 miles
    Test number
    281154529254
    • 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)

  27. Pass79,566 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    79,566 miles
    Test number
    751787808258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail79,566 miles (+3,693)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,566 miles
    Test number
    243846408258
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  29. Pass75,873 miles (+4,784)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    75,873 miles
    Test number
    151609217299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass71,089 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    71,089 miles
    Test number
    394728326231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail71,079 miles (+6,374)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,079 miles
    Test number
    641516926237
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • NoteHeat shield corroded at one mounting point

  32. Pass64,705 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    64,705 miles
    Test number
    293330205207
    • NoteOffside front indicator lense slightly cracked

Questions about S105 CHW

Does S105 CHW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S105 CHW expired on 17 Aug 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S105 CHW?
The MOT on S105 CHW expired on 17 Aug 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S105 CHW done?
S105 CHW was recorded at 125,449 miles at its MOT on 11 Aug 2025, an average of 3,028 miles a year.
Has S105 CHW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S105 CHW has failed 12 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on S105 CHW 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 S105 CHW find?
S105 CHW failed its latest MOT on 11 Aug 2025 with 2 major defects and 5 advisories: electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault; offside front position lamp not working; front suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened, and 4 more.

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