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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

S38 BPLMOT history

S38 BPL is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 17 Feb 2027 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 73,508 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Feb 2026.

S38 BPL blue BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 17 Feb 2027
Mileage
73,508 mi
At MOT on 18 Feb 2026
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,330 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S38 BPL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S38 BPL was last recorded at 73,508 miles on 18 Feb 2026, 973 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Oct 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
72,535 miles · 19 Oct 2020
Between the last two tests
973 miles
Average per year
1,330 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 73,508 miles
  • 2020 – 72,535 miles
  • 2019 – 70,924 miles
  • 2018 – 69,660 miles
  • 2017 – 66,813 miles
  • 2016 – 66,408 miles
  • 2015 – 65,969 miles
  • 2014 – 65,295 miles
  • 2013 – 64,794 miles
  • 2012 – 64,330 miles
  • 2011 – 63,206 miles
  • 2010 – 62,059 miles
  • 2009 – 59,308 miles
  • 2008 – 55,520 miles
  • 2007 – 51,801 miles
  • 2006 – 46,935 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass73,508 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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 Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

21 tests since 24 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass73,508 miles (+973)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    73,508 miles
    Test number
    661967139406
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass72,535 miles (+38)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    72,535 miles
    Test number
    465370892675
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  3. Fail72,497 miles (+1,573)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,497 miles
    Test number
    479374708283
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  4. Pass70,924 miles (+1,264)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    70,924 miles
    Test number
    370671689856
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  5. Pass69,660 miles (+2,847)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    69,660 miles
    Test number
    577482974669

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass66,813 miles (+405)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    66,813 miles
    Test number
    570430499894

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass66,408 miles (+439)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    66,408 miles
    Test number
    236240043004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass65,969 miles (+674)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    65,969 miles
    Test number
    207616955416

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass65,295 miles (+501)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2015
    Odometer
    65,295 miles
    Test number
    857943244129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass64,794 miles (+464)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2014
    Odometer
    64,794 miles
    Test number
    207578323461

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass64,330 miles (+1,124)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    64,330 miles
    Test number
    788237202191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass63,206 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    63,206 miles
    Test number
    427776641031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail63,206 miles (+1,147)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,206 miles
    Test number
    277565841041
    • FailureFront registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Torque/reaction arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass62,059 miles (+2,751)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    62,059 miles
    Test number
    620367990004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass59,308 miles (+57)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    59,308 miles
    Test number
    820511799048
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  16. Fail59,251 miles (+3,731)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,251 miles
    Test number
    502055089084
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass55,520 miles (+21)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    55,520 miles
    Test number
    603661178015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail55,499 miles (+3,698)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,499 miles
    Test number
    844898768024
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

  19. Pass51,801 miles (+4,866)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    51,801 miles
    Test number
    201283487089
    • AdvisoryInner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass46,935 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    46,935 miles
    Test number
    192185956019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail46,935 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,935 miles
    Test number
    324615556010
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Questions about S38 BPL

Does S38 BPL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S38 BPL is valid until 17 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on S38 BPL?
The MOT on S38 BPL is valid until 17 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S38 BPL done?
S38 BPL was recorded at 73,508 miles at its MOT on 18 Feb 2026, an average of 1,330 miles a year.
Has S38 BPL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S38 BPL has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Oct 2020.
Has the mileage on S38 BPL 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 S38 BPL find?
S38 BPL passed its latest MOT on 18 Feb 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 2 more.

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