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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 1998 · 2,793 cc

S35 BVTMOT history

S35 BVT is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 31 Dec 1998. Its MOT is valid until 7 May 2027 and it has passed 21 of 27 MOT tests, with 88,959 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 May 2026.

S35 BVT black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 7 May 2027
Mileage
88,959 mi
At MOT on 8 May 2026
MOT tests
27
21 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,915 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S35 BVT
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
31 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 May 2027
Latest MOT test
8 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S35 BVT was last recorded at 88,959 miles on 8 May 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
88,959 miles · 5 May 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
1,915 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 88,959 miles
  • 2025 – 86,756 miles
  • 2024 – 86,404 miles
  • 2023 – 85,917 miles
  • 2022 – 85,571 miles
  • 2021 – 84,609 miles
  • 2020 – 83,729 miles
  • 2019 – 82,160 miles
  • 2018 – 80,557 miles
  • 2017 – 78,389 miles
  • 2016 – 75,845 miles
  • 2015 – 73,974 miles
  • 2014 – 71,759 miles
  • 2013 – 68,974 miles
  • 2012 – 66,943 miles
  • 2011 – 65,502 miles
  • 2010 – 64,107 miles
  • 2009 – 62,564 miles
  • 2008 – 59,899 miles
  • 2007 – 52,258 miles
  • 2006 – 50,825 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass88,959 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

27 tests since 9 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass88,959 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2027
    Odometer
    88,959 miles
    Test number
    469213260823
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail88,959 miles (+2,203)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,959 miles
    Test number
    711949552951
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass86,756 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    86,756 miles
    Test number
    652933585358
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail86,756 miles (+352)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,756 miles
    Test number
    676125276031
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass86,404 miles (+487)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    86,404 miles
    Test number
    168970486627

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass85,917 miles (+346)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    85,917 miles
    Test number
    416948676472
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass85,571 miles (+962)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    85,571 miles
    Test number
    258890170824
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass84,609 miles (+880)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    84,609 miles
    Test number
    521450940363
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass83,729 miles (+1,569)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    83,729 miles
    Test number
    948084998045
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass82,160 miles (+1,603)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    82,160 miles
    Test number
    462235159221
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing And getting low (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySlight cracking to both front tyres

  11. Pass80,557 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    80,557 miles
    Test number
    461211433368

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail80,557 miles (+2,168)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,557 miles
    Test number
    809210585259
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  13. Pass78,389 miles (+2,544)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    78,389 miles
    Test number
    492982716448

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass75,845 miles (+1,871)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    75,845 miles
    Test number
    152200878641
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush Wishbone bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a puncture close to the outer edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush Wishbone bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak on the engine
    • AdvisorySlight play in both steering rack arms
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' Scratch in the screen (8.3.1d)

  15. Pass73,974 miles (+2,215)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    73,974 miles
    Test number
    546821545037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass71,759 miles (+2,785)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    71,759 miles
    Test number
    389788024092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass68,974 miles (+2,031)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    68,974 miles
    Test number
    758640433064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass66,943 miles (+41)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    66,943 miles
    Test number
    196551152047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail66,902 miles (+1,400)1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,902 miles
    Test number
    867647542098
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteRear nearside tyre on wear bars
    • NoteRear offside tyre approaching wear bars
    • NoteWindscreen scratched

  20. Pass65,502 miles (+1,395)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    65,502 miles
    Test number
    436422621011
    • NoteSlight scratch on screen

  21. Pass64,107 miles (+1,543)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    64,107 miles
    Test number
    560257930072
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteSlight scratch on screen

  22. Pass62,564 miles (+2,665)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    62,564 miles
    Test number
    244614949032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass59,899 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    59,899 miles
    Test number
    573373858016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail59,891 miles (+7,633)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,891 miles
    Test number
    960742158075
    • FailureDirection indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  25. Pass52,258 miles (+1,433)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    52,258 miles
    Test number
    550383027027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass50,825 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    50,825 miles
    Test number
    832203966108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail50,819 miles1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,819 miles
    Test number
    721050566194
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about S35 BVT

Does S35 BVT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S35 BVT is valid until 7 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on S35 BVT?
The MOT on S35 BVT is valid until 7 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S35 BVT done?
S35 BVT was recorded at 88,959 miles at its MOT on 8 May 2026, an average of 1,915 miles a year.
Has S35 BVT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S35 BVT has failed 6 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 5 May 2026.
Has the mileage on S35 BVT 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 S35 BVT find?
S35 BVT passed its latest MOT on 8 May 2026 with 1 advisory: offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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