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BMW 3 Series

Red · Petrol · 1998 · 2,793 cc

S39 KVJMOT history

S39 KVJ is a red petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 31 Dec 1998. Its MOT expired on 6 Jan 2023 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 115,898 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Jan 2022.

S39 KVJ red BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 6 Jan 2023
Mileage
115,898 mi
At MOT on 7 Jan 2022
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,938 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S39 KVJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
31 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Jan 2023
Latest MOT test
7 Jan 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

S39 KVJ was last recorded at 115,898 miles on 7 Jan 2022, 12 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Jan 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
115,886 miles · 4 Jan 2022
Between the last two tests
12 miles
Average per year
2,938 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 115,898 miles
  • 2020 – 114,988 miles
  • 2019 – 112,784 miles
  • 2018 – 109,667 miles
  • 2017 – 98,512 miles
  • 2016 – 93,835 miles
  • 2015 – 87,516 miles
  • 2014 – 85,836 miles
  • 2012 – 84,103 miles
  • 2011 – 80,470 miles
  • 2010 – 78,323 miles
  • 2009 – 74,711 miles
  • 2007 – 72,416 miles
  • 2006 – 71,468 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass115,898 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both sides (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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 Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass115,898 miles (+12)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    115,898 miles
    Test number
    256159029092
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both sides (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail115,886 miles (+898)2 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,886 miles
    Test number
    196950001087
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both sides (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass114,988 miles (+2,204)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    114,988 miles
    Test number
    641587033722
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s/r & o/s/r (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s/r & o/s/r trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s/r & o/s/r (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass112,784 miles (+11)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    112,784 miles
    Test number
    721610493074
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Fail112,773 miles (+3,106)1 dangerous3 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,773 miles
    Test number
    131814741640
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass109,667 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    109,667 miles
    Test number
    895742657737
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All (3.5.1i)

  7. Fail109,666 miles (+11,154)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,666 miles
    Test number
    803844216985
    • FailureBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All (3.5.1i)

  8. Pass98,512 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    98,512 miles
    Test number
    546808961977
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryPad ware light on dash

  9. Fail98,512 miles (+4,677)5 failures1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,512 miles
    Test number
    577543337761
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Body has a projection caused by damage bumper (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryPad ware light on dash

  10. Pass93,835 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    93,835 miles
    Test number
    110157017113
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light on

  11. Fail93,835 miles (+6,319)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,835 miles
    Test number
    281269202783
    • FailureNearside Front Torque/reaction arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Torque/reaction arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light on

  12. Pass87,516 miles (+1,680)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    87,516 miles
    Test number
    567656805059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass85,836 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    85,836 miles
    Test number
    497059304085
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteBoth front brake reaction bushes worn
    • NoteBrake pad warning light on

  14. Fail85,836 miles (+1,733)1 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,836 miles
    Test number
    739229404082
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteBoth front brake reaction bushes worn
    • NoteBrake pad warning light on

  15. Pass84,103 miles (+126)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    84,103 miles
    Test number
    207416032342

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail83,977 miles (+3,507)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,977 miles
    Test number
    778366422371
    • FailureNearside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass80,470 miles (+2,147)
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    80,470 miles
    Test number
    979343121333

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass78,323 miles (+1,330)
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    78,323 miles
    Test number
    402896120303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass76,993 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    76,993 miles
    Test number
    174997520055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail76,985 miles (+2,274)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,985 miles
    Test number
    112340120477
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Pass74,711 miles (+2,295)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    74,711 miles
    Test number
    222156029021
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass72,416 miles (+948)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    72,416 miles
    Test number
    774405537383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass71,468 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    71,468 miles
    Test number
    942088126367
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Questions about S39 KVJ

Does S39 KVJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S39 KVJ expired on 6 Jan 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S39 KVJ?
The MOT on S39 KVJ expired on 6 Jan 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S39 KVJ done?
S39 KVJ was recorded at 115,898 miles at its MOT on 7 Jan 2022, an average of 2,938 miles a year.
Has S39 KVJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S39 KVJ has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on S39 KVJ 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 S39 KVJ find?
S39 KVJ passed its latest MOT on 7 Jan 2022 with 4 advisories: front coil spring corroded both sides; rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides; rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides, and 1 more.

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