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BMW 730

Blue · Diesel · 2006 · 2,993 cc

S40 YOUMOT history

S40 YOU is a blue diesel BMW 730 first used on 30 Jun 2006. Its MOT expired on 6 Dec 2022 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 176,351 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Dec 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 6 Dec 2022
Mileage
176,351 mi
At MOT on 3 Dec 2021
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,461 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S40 YOU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
730
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
30 Jun 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Dec 2022
Latest MOT test
3 Dec 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

S40 YOU was last recorded at 176,351 miles on 3 Dec 2021, 8,192 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Dec 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
168,159 miles · 4 Dec 2020
Between the last two tests
8,192 miles
Average per year
6,461 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 176,351 miles
  • 2020 – 168,159 miles
  • 2019 – 151,920 miles
  • 2018 – 148,109 miles
  • 2017 – 139,982 miles
  • 2016 – 129,146 miles
  • 2015 – 124,255 miles
  • 2014 – 120,078 miles
  • 2013 – 118,746 miles
  • 2012 – 116,526 miles
  • 2011 – 112,199 miles
  • 2010 – 103,139 miles
  • 2009 – 99,416 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass176,351 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Rear Arm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

21 tests since 28 May 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass176,351 miles (+8,192)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    176,351 miles
    Test number
    119500756477
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass168,159 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    168,159 miles
    Test number
    171409011606
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail168,139 miles (+16,219)1 dangerous2 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,139 miles
    Test number
    742463534211
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass151,920 miles (+6)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    151,920 miles
    Test number
    572634393972
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Rear Arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes in-effective / Handbrake not locking at Rear

  5. Fail151,914 miles (+3,805)3 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,914 miles
    Test number
    516243293658
    • MajorBonnet primary retaining device ineffective Bonnet not opening (1 man) allowing inspection of underbonnet items (3.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Rear Arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Rear Arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes in-effective / Handbrake not locking at Rear

  6. Pass148,109 miles (+8,127)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    148,109 miles
    Test number
    194496866728
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass139,982 miles (+10,836)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    139,982 miles
    Test number
    526546565992

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass129,146 miles (+4,891)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    129,146 miles
    Test number
    476626009769
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  9. Pass124,255 miles (+4,177)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    124,255 miles
    Test number
    809698505248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass120,078 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    120,078 miles
    Test number
    628824104265
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on inner edge
    • NoteEngine oil leak
    • NoteR/n/s tyre tread getting close to legal limit - 2.3mm
    • NoteR/o/s tyre tread getting close to legal limit - 2.6mm

  11. Fail120,076 miles (+1,330)2 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,076 miles
    Test number
    327724304464
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on inner edge
    • NoteEngine oil leak
    • NoteR/n/s tyre tread getting close to legal limit - 2.3mm
    • NoteR/o/s tyre tread getting close to legal limit - 2.6mm

  12. Pass118,746 miles (+2,220)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    118,746 miles
    Test number
    949454203231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass116,526 miles (+4,327)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    116,526 miles
    Test number
    235496002263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass112,199 miles (+9,060)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    112,199 miles
    Test number
    697251981169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass103,139 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    103,139 miles
    Test number
    873047060188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail103,139 miles (+3,723)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,139 miles
    Test number
    932726960116
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

  17. Pass99,416 miles (+10)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    99,416 miles
    Test number
    661196499131
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteUNDERBOY COVERED

  18. Pass99,406 miles (+3,929)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    99,406 miles
    Test number
    532105199108
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  19. Pass95,477 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2010
    Odometer
    95,477 miles
    Test number
    302479249187
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  20. Fail95,477 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,477 miles
    Test number
    362459349173
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  21. Fail95,477 miles1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,477 miles
    Test number
    862028149163
    • FailureRear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Questions about S40 YOU

Does S40 YOU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S40 YOU expired on 6 Dec 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S40 YOU?
The MOT on S40 YOU expired on 6 Dec 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S40 YOU done?
S40 YOU was recorded at 176,351 miles at its MOT on 3 Dec 2021, an average of 6,461 miles a year.
Has S40 YOU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S40 YOU has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Dec 2020.
Has the mileage on S40 YOU 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 YOU find?
S40 YOU passed its latest MOT on 3 Dec 2021 with 2 advisories: offside front track rod end ball joint has slight play; rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened.

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