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BMW 728

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 2,793 cc

S38 EUPMOT history

S38 EUP is a silver petrol BMW 728 first used on 7 Jan 1999. Its MOT is valid until 26 Aug 2027 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 81,109 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 26 Aug 2027
Mileage
81,109 mi
At MOT on 27 Aug 2026
MOT tests
24
19 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,371 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S38 EUP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
728
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
7 Jan 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S38 EUP was last recorded at 81,109 miles on 27 Aug 2026, 189 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
80,920 miles · 13 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
189 miles
Average per year
1,371 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 81,109 miles
  • 2025 – 80,920 miles
  • 2024 – 80,713 miles
  • 2023 – 80,442 miles
  • 2022 – 80,247 miles
  • 2021 – 79,992 miles
  • 2020 – 79,656 miles
  • 2019 – 79,276 miles
  • 2018 – 78,652 miles
  • 2017 – 77,746 miles
  • 2015 – 73,949 miles
  • 2014 – 72,526 miles
  • 2013 – 71,599 miles
  • 2012 – 70,068 miles
  • 2011 – 69,306 miles
  • 2007 – 61,863 miles
  • 2006 – 53,926 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass81,109 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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007

Full MOT history

24 tests since 31 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass81,109 miles (+189)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    81,109 miles
    Test number
    908682028832

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass80,920 miles (+6)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    80,920 miles
    Test number
    232944100843
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear metal pipes corroded both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing between tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing between tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing between tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing between tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Fail80,914 miles (+201)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,914 miles
    Test number
    144665881731
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass80,713 miles (+271)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    80,713 miles
    Test number
    169774531900

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass80,442 miles (+195)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    80,442 miles
    Test number
    155870855208
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear inner to outer sill starting to corrode.
    • AdvisoryRear brake pipes starting to corrode.

  6. Pass80,247 miles (+255)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    80,247 miles
    Test number
    874084234851

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass79,992 miles (+336)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    79,992 miles
    Test number
    945736185075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass79,656 miles (+380)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    79,656 miles
    Test number
    806212226632

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass79,276 miles (+624)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    79,276 miles
    Test number
    615770981769
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded

  10. Pass78,652 miles (+906)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    78,652 miles
    Test number
    740717170853
    • AdvisoryFuel tank corroded.
    • AdvisorySlight play in nearside steering idler.

  11. Pass77,746 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    77,746 miles
    Test number
    275776765675
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre slightly perished.
    • AdvisorySlight play in nearside front steering idler arm.

  12. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    451721782096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass73,949 miles (+1,423)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    73,949 miles
    Test number
    723392267409
    • AdvisorySlight play inner steering joints

  14. Pass72,526 miles (+927)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    72,526 miles
    Test number
    226612484232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass71,599 miles (+1,531)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    71,599 miles
    Test number
    389163683292
    • NoteBoth rear tyres starting to perish

  16. Pass70,068 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    70,068 miles
    Test number
    346105382419

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail112,671 km1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,671 km
    Test number
    236086062203
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass69,306 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    69,306 miles
    Test number
    689405251244
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    812597980133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. FailMileage not read1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    772667280104
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  21. Pass61,863 miles (+10)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    61,863 miles
    Test number
    901489417359
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn on outer edge
    • NoteSuspension joint nearside upper dust cover split/missing
    • NoteSuspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing

  22. Fail61,853 miles (+7,927)3 failures1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,853 miles
    Test number
    633668317320
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn on outer edge
    • NoteSuspension joint nearside upper dust cover split/missing
    • NoteSuspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing

  23. Pass53,926 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    53,926 miles
    Test number
    854624506338

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail53,926 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,926 miles
    Test number
    911074206361
    • Repaired at testBrake cable locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Questions about S38 EUP

Does S38 EUP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S38 EUP is valid until 26 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on S38 EUP?
The MOT on S38 EUP is valid until 26 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S38 EUP done?
S38 EUP was recorded at 81,109 miles at its MOT on 27 Aug 2026, an average of 1,371 miles a year.
Has S38 EUP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S38 EUP has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on S38 EUP 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 EUP find?
S38 EUP passed its latest MOT on 27 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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