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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 1998 · 1,895 cc

S33 MJSMOT history

S33 MJS is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 11 Dec 1998. Its MOT is valid until 14 Jul 2027 and it has passed 12 of 20 MOT tests, with 71,695 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jul 2026.

S33 MJS silver BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 14 Jul 2027
Mileage
71,695 mi
At MOT on 15 Jul 2026
MOT tests
20
12 passed · 8 failed
Per year
1,672 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S33 MJS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
11 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S33 MJS was last recorded at 71,695 miles on 15 Jul 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jun 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 28 Mar 2023: 68,164 miles, lower than 68,184 miles on 23 Dec 2022.

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
71,695 miles · 17 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
1,672 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 71,695 miles
  • 2025 – 69,529 miles
  • 2024 – 68,186 miles
  • 2023 – 68,164 miles
  • 2022 – 68,184 miles
  • 2015 – 68,121 miles
  • 2013 – 67,294 miles
  • 2012 – 64,968 miles
  • 2011 – 61,498 miles
  • 2010 – 58,085 miles
  • 2009 – 54,008 miles
  • 2008 – 50,788 miles
  • 2006 – 41,635 miles
  • 2005 – 37,245 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass71,695 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

20 tests since 8 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass71,695 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    71,695 miles
    Test number
    620359432909
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Fail71,695 miles (+2,166)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,695 miles
    Test number
    997806203945
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass69,529 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2026
    Odometer
    69,529 miles
    Test number
    346304189972
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

  4. Fail69,529 miles (+1,343)2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,529 miles
    Test number
    958686683881
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

  5. Pass68,186 miles (+22)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2025
    Odometer
    68,186 miles
    Test number
    768164161156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass68,164 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    68,164 miles
    Test number
    891486284228
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail68,164 miles (-20)6 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,164 miles
    Test number
    900450836519
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail68,184 miles (+63)10 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,184 miles
    Test number
    282999173664
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure inadequately repaired such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure inadequately repaired such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure inadequately repaired such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure inadequately repaired such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  9. Fail68,121 miles (+827)3 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,121 miles
    Test number
    468181215202
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteExhaust outer skin corroded
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  10. Pass67,294 miles (+2,326)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    67,294 miles
    Test number
    186094003302
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteExhaust deteriorated.

  11. Pass64,968 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    64,968 miles
    Test number
    439234322439
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  12. Fail64,968 miles (+3,470)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,968 miles
    Test number
    605774222359
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  13. Pass61,498 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    61,498 miles
    Test number
    405501221437
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  14. Fail61,498 miles (+3,413)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,498 miles
    Test number
    268881821350
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass58,085 miles (+4,077)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    58,085 miles
    Test number
    791693020335

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass54,008 miles (+3,220)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    54,008 miles
    Test number
    420846619390

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass50,788 miles (+9,153)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    50,788 miles
    Test number
    410118418477

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass41,635 miles (+4,390)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    41,635 miles
    Test number
    614900726388

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass37,245 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    37,245 miles
    Test number
    731752845341

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail37,245 miles4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,245 miles
    Test number
    353372045343
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Questions about S33 MJS

Does S33 MJS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S33 MJS is valid until 14 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on S33 MJS?
The MOT on S33 MJS is valid until 14 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S33 MJS done?
S33 MJS was recorded at 71,695 miles at its MOT on 15 Jul 2026, an average of 1,672 miles a year.
Has S33 MJS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S33 MJS has failed 8 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on S33 MJS ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 28 Mar 2023. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S33 MJS find?
S33 MJS passed its latest MOT on 15 Jul 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil.

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