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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 2,494 cc

S115 HBNMOT history

S115 HBN is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 23 Nov 1998. Its MOT is valid until 10 Mar 2027 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 153,017 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Mar 2026.

S115 HBN blue BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 10 Mar 2027
Mileage
153,017 mi
At MOT on 11 Mar 2026
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,166 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S115 HBN
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
23 Nov 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S115 HBN was last recorded at 153,017 miles on 11 Mar 2026, 15 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
153,002 miles · 5 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
15 miles
Average per year
3,166 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 153,017 miles
  • 2024 – 152,091 miles
  • 2021 – 152,087 miles
  • 2019 – 151,305 miles
  • 2018 – 151,154 miles
  • 2017 – 149,276 miles
  • 2016 – 143,718 miles
  • 2015 – 136,912 miles
  • 2014 – 132,825 miles
  • 2013 – 130,203 miles
  • 2012 – 126,250 miles
  • 2011 – 120,177 miles
  • 2010 – 113,595 miles
  • 2009 – 108,626 miles
  • 2008 – 103,024 miles
  • 2007 – 96,774 miles
  • 2006 – 89,246 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass153,017 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryParking brake limits only just met

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 Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Front tyres wearing on edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Ball joint has slight play inner rack joints (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a component around pump (2.3.3b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

25 tests since 19 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass153,017 miles (+15)3 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    153,017 miles
    Test number
    445130503126
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryParking brake limits only just met

  2. Fail153,002 miles (+911)1 dangerous6 major2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,002 miles
    Test number
    376881485770
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass152,091 miles (+4)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    152,091 miles
    Test number
    860385062587
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side front & both side rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side front & both side rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth side brake hose worn
    • AdvisoryBoth side brake pipe, both side sills, front to rear suspension components all slight corroded
    • AdvisoryParking brake weak
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering joints
    • AdvisoryWindscreen slight damage

  4. Pass152,087 miles (+782)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    152,087 miles
    Test number
    396641974797
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. both side (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass151,305 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    151,305 miles
    Test number
    701117922950
    • AdvisoryAll direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has large crack but not within the drivers view of the road

  6. Fail151,305 miles (+151)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,305 miles
    Test number
    699649044085
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper blade missing (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAll direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has large crack but not within the drivers view of the road

  7. Pass151,154 miles (+1,878)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    151,154 miles
    Test number
    673386562048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass149,276 miles (+192)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2018
    Odometer
    149,276 miles
    Test number
    113121370362
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing on edges

  9. Fail149,084 miles (+5,366)8 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,084 miles
    Test number
    950453218210
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint inner (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint and nearside front (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush and nearside front / rearmost (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort and nearside (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing on edges

  10. Pass143,718 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    143,718 miles
    Test number
    712754926072
    • AdvisoryBall joint has slight play inner rack joints (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryPower steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a component around pump (2.3.3b)

  11. Fail143,717 miles (+6,805)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,717 miles
    Test number
    674131163284
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryBall joint has slight play inner rack joints (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryPower steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a component around pump (2.3.3b)

  12. Pass136,912 miles (+4,087)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    136,912 miles
    Test number
    805563345018
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  13. Pass132,825 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    132,825 miles
    Test number
    288051344083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail132,825 miles (+2,622)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,825 miles
    Test number
    836299034033
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  15. Pass130,203 miles (+3,953)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    130,203 miles
    Test number
    767210213027
    • AdvisoryBonnet retaining device slightly deteriorated (8.4.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • NoteWindscreen has damage outside of swept area

  16. Pass126,250 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    126,250 miles
    Test number
    948861342087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail126,250 miles (+6,073)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,250 miles
    Test number
    119027832407
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  18. Pass120,177 miles (+6,582)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    120,177 miles
    Test number
    107385331089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass113,595 miles (+52)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    113,595 miles
    Test number
    612999330006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail113,543 miles (+4,917)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,543 miles
    Test number
    190857930046
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Pass108,626 miles (+5,602)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    108,626 miles
    Test number
    442594429027
    • NoteO/s/r lamp lens cracked

  22. Pass103,024 miles (+6,250)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    103,024 miles
    Test number
    223016018016
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteBrake warning light on but brakes are all good
    • NoteO/s/r lamp cracked
    • NotePassenger seat wont tilt but is secure in the upright position

  23. Pass96,774 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    96,774 miles
    Test number
    252894827094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail96,774 miles (+7,528)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,774 miles
    Test number
    402103427014
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  25. Pass89,246 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    89,246 miles
    Test number
    323459616032
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

Questions about S115 HBN

Does S115 HBN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S115 HBN is valid until 10 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on S115 HBN?
The MOT on S115 HBN is valid until 10 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S115 HBN done?
S115 HBN was recorded at 153,017 miles at its MOT on 11 Mar 2026, an average of 3,166 miles a year.
Has S115 HBN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S115 HBN has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on S115 HBN 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 S115 HBN find?
S115 HBN passed its latest MOT on 11 Mar 2026 with 3 minor defects and 10 advisories: nearside front brake hose slightly damaged; nearside rear position lamp light intensity obviously reduced; offside front brake hose slightly damaged, and 10 more.

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