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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 1,796 cc

S38 CDVMOT history

S38 CDV is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 12 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 10 Nov 2024 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 137,627 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Nov 2023.

S38 CDV blue BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 10 Nov 2024
Mileage
137,627 mi
At MOT on 6 Nov 2023
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,311 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S38 CDV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
12 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Nov 2024
Latest MOT test
6 Nov 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

S38 CDV was last recorded at 137,627 miles on 6 Nov 2023, 1,903 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Nov 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
135,724 miles · 11 Nov 2022
Between the last two tests
1,903 miles
Average per year
4,311 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 137,627 miles
  • 2022 – 135,724 miles
  • 2021 – 133,583 miles
  • 2020 – 131,970 miles
  • 2019 – 129,813 miles
  • 2018 – 124,761 miles
  • 2017 – 119,632 miles
  • 2016 – 115,265 miles
  • 2015 – 109,314 miles
  • 2014 – 105,112 miles
  • 2013 – 100,088 miles
  • 2012 – 90,347 miles
  • 2011 – 82,407 miles
  • 2010 – 80,589 miles
  • 2009 – 74,125 miles
  • 2008 – 69,934 miles
  • 2007 – 66,085 miles
  • 2006 – 60,808 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass137,627 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2011–2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

28 tests since 10 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass137,627 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    137,627 miles
    Test number
    239091283364
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail137,627 miles (+1,903)1 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,627 miles
    Test number
    652262587016
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass135,724 miles (+1,334)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    135,724 miles
    Test number
    930575400319
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass134,390 miles (+807)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2023
    Odometer
    134,390 miles
    Test number
    160297607349
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass133,583 miles (+1,613)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2022
    Odometer
    133,583 miles
    Test number
    419719633452
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass131,970 miles (+2,157)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2021
    Odometer
    131,970 miles
    Test number
    565293040862
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass129,813 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2020
    Odometer
    129,813 miles
    Test number
    537911090902
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  8. Fail129,813 miles (+5,052)1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,813 miles
    Test number
    295537949694
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  9. Pass124,761 miles (+5,129)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2019
    Odometer
    124,761 miles
    Test number
    952582264878
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  10. Pass119,632 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2018
    Odometer
    119,632 miles
    Test number
    749598880703
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  11. Fail119,632 miles (+4,367)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,632 miles
    Test number
    631137299591
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  12. Pass115,265 miles (+5,951)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2017
    Odometer
    115,265 miles
    Test number
    313393894012
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  13. Pass109,314 miles (+4,202)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2016
    Odometer
    109,314 miles
    Test number
    366959615109
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  14. Pass105,112 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2015
    Odometer
    105,112 miles
    Test number
    105882214115
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  15. Fail105,112 miles (+5,024)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,112 miles
    Test number
    899322414103
    • Repaired at testNearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  16. Pass100,088 miles (+9,741)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2014
    Odometer
    100,088 miles
    Test number
    209349693007
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  17. Pass90,347 miles (+7,940)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2013
    Odometer
    90,347 miles
    Test number
    976882012159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass82,407 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2012
    Odometer
    82,407 miles
    Test number
    718814821103
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  19. Fail82,407 miles (+1,818)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,407 miles
    Test number
    797644421145
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  20. Pass80,589 miles (+29)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    80,589 miles
    Test number
    961816310386

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail80,560 miles (+1,786)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,560 miles
    Test number
    913809900324
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  22. Pass78,774 miles (+48)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    78,774 miles
    Test number
    814211410057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail78,726 miles (+4,601)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,726 miles
    Test number
    762784200000
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

  24. Pass74,125 miles (+4,191)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    74,125 miles
    Test number
    891006309013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass69,934 miles (+3,849)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    69,934 miles
    Test number
    940473908037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass66,085 miles (+5,277)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    66,085 miles
    Test number
    232865707026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail60,808 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,808 miles
    Test number
    144860216055
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  28. Pass60,808 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    60,808 miles
    Test number
    721620216078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S38 CDV

Does S38 CDV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S38 CDV expired on 10 Nov 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S38 CDV?
The MOT on S38 CDV expired on 10 Nov 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S38 CDV done?
S38 CDV was recorded at 137,627 miles at its MOT on 6 Nov 2023, an average of 4,311 miles a year.
Has S38 CDV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S38 CDV has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on S38 CDV 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 CDV find?
S38 CDV passed its latest MOT on 6 Nov 2023 with 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: offside headlamp lens slightly defective; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 2 more.

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