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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 1998 · 2,793 cc

S106 UYAMOT history

S106 UYA is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 25 Sept 1998. Its MOT is valid until 18 Dec 2026 and it has passed 17 of 28 MOT tests, with 134,001 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Dec 2025.

S106 UYA silver BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 18 Dec 2026
Mileage
134,001 mi
At MOT on 11 Dec 2025
MOT tests
28
17 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,627 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S106 UYA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
25 Sept 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
11 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S106 UYA was last recorded at 134,001 miles on 11 Dec 2025, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
133,999 miles · 10 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
4,627 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 134,001 miles
  • 2024 – 128,717 miles
  • 2023 – 125,241 miles
  • 2022 – 121,331 miles
  • 2021 – 117,005 miles
  • 2020 – 111,494 miles
  • 2019 – 98,014 miles
  • 2018 – 95,443 miles
  • 2017 – 92,033 miles
  • 2013 – 88,718 miles
  • 2011 – 80,157 miles
  • 2010 – 75,205 miles
  • 2009 – 69,463 miles
  • 2008 – 61,694 miles
  • 2007 – 51,495 miles
  • 2006 – 41,977 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass134,001 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major5 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn

    Major3 MOTs, 2023–2025

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2013

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2013

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

28 tests since 20 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass134,001 miles (+2)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    134,001 miles
    Test number
    739754415487
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Fail133,999 miles (+5,282)1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,999 miles
    Test number
    941339327508
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Pass128,717 miles (+78)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    128,717 miles
    Test number
    818751666895

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail128,639 miles (+3,398)6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,639 miles
    Test number
    318461972698
    • MajorBrake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill and wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill and wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  5. Pass125,241 miles (+8)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    125,241 miles
    Test number
    135686694712
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush distorted (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail125,233 miles (+3,902)6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,233 miles
    Test number
    363085180064
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush distorted (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass121,331 miles (+4,326)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    121,331 miles
    Test number
    691925335485

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass117,005 miles (+23)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    117,005 miles
    Test number
    287181629354

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail116,982 miles (+5,488)8 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,982 miles
    Test number
    518173029996
    • MajorDriver's airbag obviously inoperative (7.1.5 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake warning light

  10. Pass111,494 miles (+4)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    111,494 miles
    Test number
    793476640303
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  11. Fail111,490 miles (+13,476)5 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,490 miles
    Test number
    744176859391
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  12. Pass98,014 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    98,014 miles
    Test number
    237738861704
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Fail98,010 miles (+2,567)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,010 miles
    Test number
    176075255859
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  14. Pass95,443 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    95,443 miles
    Test number
    111808693386
    • AdvisoryExhaust clamp loose (between centre and rear sections)

  15. Fail95,443 miles (+3,410)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,443 miles
    Test number
    969089889925
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryExhaust clamp loose (between centre and rear sections)

  16. Pass92,033 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    92,033 miles
    Test number
    314028879374
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both sides (3.6.B.4e)

  17. Fail92,033 miles (+3,315)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,033 miles
    Test number
    106132138232
    • FailureFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement wishbone rear bushes both sides (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear parking brake recording little or no effort both sides (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both sides (3.6.B.4e)

  18. Pass88,718 miles (+5)6 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    88,718 miles
    Test number
    637848893042
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Fail88,713 miles (+8,556)3 failures1 repaired6 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,713 miles
    Test number
    115545293014
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass80,157 miles (+4,952)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    80,157 miles
    Test number
    309983041456

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass75,205 miles (+5,742)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    75,205 miles
    Test number
    172459030292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass69,463 miles (+7,769)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    69,463 miles
    Test number
    803107739275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass61,694 miles (+2,681)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    61,694 miles
    Test number
    393219148431

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass59,013 miles (+7,518)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    59,013 miles
    Test number
    454441828095
    • NoteN/s front tyre worn slightly on the outer edge
    • NoteSlight play both front lower ball joints

  25. Pass51,495 miles (+9,518)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    51,495 miles
    Test number
    303267517082
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteO/s front brake binding slightly

  26. Pass41,977 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    41,977 miles
    Test number
    871034626021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail41,977 miles (+2)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,977 miles
    Test number
    243913626031
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Bonded suspension unit bonding failed and part of unit is likely to become displaced (2.4.F.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Bonded suspension unit bonding failed and part of unit is likely to become displaced (2.4.F.2)

  28. Fail41,975 miles4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,975 miles
    Test number
    490590326068
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • 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)

Questions about S106 UYA

Does S106 UYA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S106 UYA is valid until 18 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on S106 UYA?
The MOT on S106 UYA is valid until 18 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S106 UYA done?
S106 UYA was recorded at 134,001 miles at its MOT on 11 Dec 2025, an average of 4,627 miles a year.
Has S106 UYA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S106 UYA has failed 11 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on S106 UYA 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 S106 UYA find?
S106 UYA passed its latest MOT on 11 Dec 2025 with 8 advisories: nearside rear brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule; nearside rear inner integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill; nearside rear inner integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch, and 5 more.

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