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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 2,793 cc

S23 MHLMOT history

S23 MHL is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 18 Dec 1998. Its MOT expired on 10 Apr 2023 and it has passed 14 of 23 MOT tests, with 148,775 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Apr 2022.

S23 MHL blue 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 10 Apr 2023
Mileage
148,775 mi
At MOT on 11 Apr 2022
MOT tests
23
14 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,847 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S23 MHL
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
18 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Apr 2023
Latest MOT test
11 Apr 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

S23 MHL was last recorded at 148,775 miles on 11 Apr 2022, 1,720 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Sept 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
147,055 miles · 24 Sept 2020
Between the last two tests
1,720 miles
Average per year
4,847 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 148,775 miles
  • 2020 – 147,055 miles
  • 2018 – 129,947 miles
  • 2017 – 127,444 miles
  • 2015 – 117,756 miles
  • 2014 – 109,747 miles
  • 2013 – 102,436 miles
  • 2012 – 97,754 miles
  • 2011 – 92,929 miles
  • 2010 – 84,073 miles
  • 2009 – 80,685 miles
  • 2008 – 77,509 miles
  • 2007 – 73,941 miles
  • 2006 – 70,328 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass148,775 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

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

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

23 tests since 3 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass148,775 miles (+1,720)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    148,775 miles
    Test number
    757460467693

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass147,055 miles (+17,108)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    147,055 miles
    Test number
    917382415547

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass129,947 miles (+20)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    129,947 miles
    Test number
    224679589286
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  4. Fail129,927 miles (+2,483)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,927 miles
    Test number
    496267927097
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  5. Pass127,444 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    127,444 miles
    Test number
    645272783064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail127,444 miles (+9,688)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,444 miles
    Test number
    899399784615
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high both sides (1.8)

  7. Pass117,756 miles (+150)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    117,756 miles
    Test number
    324441771832
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

  8. Fail117,606 miles (+7,859)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,606 miles
    Test number
    420676798946
    • FailureNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill ( jacking point) (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

  9. Pass109,747 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    109,747 miles
    Test number
    747927844213
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteBonnet rams very weak

  10. Fail109,747 miles (+7,311)1 dangerous4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,747 miles
    Test number
    395965044225
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteBonnet rams very weak

  11. Pass102,436 miles (+4,682)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    102,436 miles
    Test number
    445111543271
    • NoteCentre stop not working
    • NoteOffside front wiper starting to split

  12. Pass97,754 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    97,754 miles
    Test number
    499038362031
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Fail97,754 miles (+4,825)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,754 miles
    Test number
    919938262038
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass92,929 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    92,929 miles
    Test number
    825168161077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail92,929 miles (+8,856)7 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,929 miles
    Test number
    575896051077
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Pass84,073 miles (+3,388)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    84,073 miles
    Test number
    312559530067
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

  17. Pass80,685 miles (+8)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    80,685 miles
    Test number
    903025839030
    • NoteNearside rear metal brake pipe rusty
    • NoteNearside rear tyre cut in sidewall and getting close to limit
    • NoteOffside rear tyre close to limit heavly worn on inner edge

  18. Fail80,677 miles (+3,168)2 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,677 miles
    Test number
    403050739032
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNearside rear metal brake pipe rusty
    • NoteNearside rear tyre cut in sidewall and getting close to limit
    • NoteOffside rear tyre close to limit heavly worn on inner edge

  19. Pass77,509 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    77,509 miles
    Test number
    711991938091
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteHand brake travel
    • NoteSmell of fuel from under vehicle no leak found

  20. Fail77,509 miles (+3,568)2 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,509 miles
    Test number
    373691738072
    • FailureCentre Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteHand brake travel
    • NoteSmell of fuel from under vehicle no leak found

  21. Pass73,941 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    73,941 miles
    Test number
    191186227449

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail73,941 miles (+3,613)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,941 miles
    Test number
    184606327010
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteFront brake pads low
    • NoteNearside front tyre close to the legal limit on outer edge

  23. Pass70,328 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    70,328 miles
    Test number
    384484536076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S23 MHL

Does S23 MHL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S23 MHL expired on 10 Apr 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S23 MHL?
The MOT on S23 MHL expired on 10 Apr 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S23 MHL done?
S23 MHL was recorded at 148,775 miles at its MOT on 11 Apr 2022, an average of 4,847 miles a year.
Has S23 MHL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S23 MHL has failed 9 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Jun 2018.
Has the mileage on S23 MHL 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 S23 MHL find?
S23 MHL passed its latest MOT on 11 Apr 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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