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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 2,979 cc

S40 GUYMOT history

S40 GUY is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 10 May 2002. Its MOT expired on 22 Nov 2024 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 181,019 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Mar 2025.

S40 GUY silver 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 22 Nov 2024
Mileage
181,019 mi
At MOT on 12 Mar 2025
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,443 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S40 GUY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
10 May 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Nov 2024
Latest MOT test
12 Mar 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

S40 GUY was last recorded at 181,019 miles on 12 Mar 2025, 3,876 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Nov 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
177,143 miles · 10 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
3,876 miles
Average per year
6,443 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 181,019 miles
  • 2023 – 177,143 miles
  • 2022 – 165,809 miles
  • 2021 – 163,931 miles
  • 2020 – 156,870 miles
  • 2019 – 151,145 miles
  • 2018 – 146,288 miles
  • 2017 – 143,058 miles
  • 2016 – 138,483 miles
  • 2015 – 132,384 miles
  • 2014 – 124,488 miles
  • 2013 – 117,186 miles
  • 2012 – 110,509 miles
  • 2011 – 102,475 miles
  • 2010 – 94,724 miles
  • 2009 – 86,245 miles
  • 2008 – 76,579 miles
  • 2007 – 66,954 miles
  • 2006 – 62,616 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail181,019 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
  • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Lower Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Upper Items removed from driver's view prior to test
  • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive Coming from sump area. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Shocks corroded. Both sides.
  • AdvisoryFront Side repeater slightly discoloured Both sides. (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Diff corroded.
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Both sides. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

What MOT failures 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 hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2016

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2016

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

27 tests since 26 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail181,019 miles (+3,876)4 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,019 miles
    Test number
    248291074144
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Upper Items removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive Coming from sump area. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shocks corroded. Both sides.
    • AdvisoryFront Side repeater slightly discoloured Both sides. (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Diff corroded.
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Both sides. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass177,143 miles (+11,334)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    177,143 miles
    Test number
    806613510316
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass165,809 miles (+18)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    165,809 miles
    Test number
    468756485513
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  4. Fail165,791 miles (+1,860)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,791 miles
    Test number
    872718528620
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  5. Pass163,931 miles (+7,061)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    163,931 miles
    Test number
    337903606351

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass156,870 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    156,870 miles
    Test number
    340139919214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail156,868 miles (+5,723)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,868 miles
    Test number
    114069329373
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass151,145 miles (+4,857)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    151,145 miles
    Test number
    966754198302
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  9. Pass146,288 miles (+3,230)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    146,288 miles
    Test number
    522979516978

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass143,058 miles (+4,575)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    143,058 miles
    Test number
    758384091029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass138,483 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2017
    Odometer
    138,483 miles
    Test number
    459888749224
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside hand brake performance slightly low

  12. Fail138,480 miles (+6,096)5 failures1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,480 miles
    Test number
    164301151370
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside hand brake performance slightly low

  13. Pass132,384 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2016
    Odometer
    132,384 miles
    Test number
    139592535118
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Fail132,384 miles (+7,896)2 dangerous2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,384 miles
    Test number
    355991035116
    • DangerousOffside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass124,488 miles (+7,302)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2015
    Odometer
    124,488 miles
    Test number
    469622534100
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteAll wheelrims buckling evident

  16. Pass117,186 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2014
    Odometer
    117,186 miles
    Test number
    708874833145
    • NoteOffside front tyre has a slight cut on outer wall

  17. Fail117,186 miles (+6,677)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,186 miles
    Test number
    226733333440
    • FailureFront front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • NoteOffside front tyre has a slight cut on outer wall

  18. Pass110,509 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2013
    Odometer
    110,509 miles
    Test number
    207884122149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail110,509 miles (+8,034)4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,509 miles
    Test number
    618271022117
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  20. Pass102,475 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2012
    Odometer
    102,475 miles
    Test number
    298486021156
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  21. Fail102,475 miles (+7,751)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,475 miles
    Test number
    958816221138
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  22. Pass94,724 miles (+8,479)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2011
    Odometer
    94,724 miles
    Test number
    244973410480

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass86,245 miles (+9,666)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2010
    Odometer
    86,245 miles
    Test number
    121265529124
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteSome movement in steering rack-offside

  24. Pass76,579 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2009
    Odometer
    76,579 miles
    Test number
    260507128186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail76,579 miles (+9,625)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,579 miles
    Test number
    454357628187
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  26. Pass66,954 miles (+4,338)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2008
    Odometer
    66,954 miles
    Test number
    153120737197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass62,616 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    62,616 miles
    Test number
    241199096223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S40 GUY

Does S40 GUY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S40 GUY expired on 22 Nov 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S40 GUY?
The MOT on S40 GUY expired on 22 Nov 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S40 GUY done?
S40 GUY was recorded at 181,019 miles at its MOT on 12 Mar 2025, an average of 6,443 miles a year.
Has S40 GUY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S40 GUY has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on S40 GUY 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 S40 GUY find?
S40 GUY failed its latest MOT on 12 Mar 2025 with 4 major defects and 10 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn; nearside front windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen; offside front lower suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn, and 11 more.

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