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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 1,895 cc

S41 AJWMOT history

S41 AJW is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 21 Aug 1998. Its MOT is valid until 18 Oct 2027 and it has passed 21 of 24 MOT tests, with 85,882 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Oct 2026.

S41 AJW blue BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 18 Oct 2027
Mileage
85,882 mi
At MOT on 19 Oct 2026
MOT tests
24
21 passed · 3 failed
Per year
2,194 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S41 AJW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
21 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S41 AJW was last recorded at 85,882 miles on 19 Oct 2026, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
85,877 miles · 23 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
2,194 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 85,882 miles
  • 2025 – 84,378 miles
  • 2024 – 82,803 miles
  • 2023 – 80,714 miles
  • 2022 – 78,358 miles
  • 2021 – 76,368 miles
  • 2020 – 74,193 miles
  • 2019 – 71,211 miles
  • 2018 – 68,326 miles
  • 2017 – 65,362 miles
  • 2016 – 63,289 miles
  • 2015 – 60,689 miles
  • 2014 – 58,381 miles
  • 2013 – 56,232 miles
  • 2012 – 55,015 miles
  • 2011 – 53,151 miles
  • 2010 – 51,078 miles
  • 2009 – 48,894 miles
  • 2008 – 46,661 miles
  • 2007 – 44,387 miles
  • 2006 – 41,870 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass85,882 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front corroded on the underside of the wing door side.

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 Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush drop link (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass85,882 miles (+5)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    85,882 miles
    Test number
    687726405577
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front corroded on the underside of the wing door side.

  2. Fail85,877 miles (+1,499)6 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,877 miles
    Test number
    432046204384
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed Hand brake cable hitting brake hose. (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All rear brake pipes covered in grease. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on edges. (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass84,378 miles (+1,575)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    84,378 miles
    Test number
    849504113692
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement drop link (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust slightly deteriorated

  4. Pass82,803 miles (+2,089)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    82,803 miles
    Test number
    535794309155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass80,714 miles (+2,356)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    80,714 miles
    Test number
    369938125770

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass78,358 miles (+1,990)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    78,358 miles
    Test number
    344154698017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass76,368 miles (+2,175)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    76,368 miles
    Test number
    720180913452
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass74,193 miles (+2,982)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    74,193 miles
    Test number
    585438951675
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Across the tread. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass71,211 miles (+2,885)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    71,211 miles
    Test number
    280968587175
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass68,326 miles (+2,964)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    68,326 miles
    Test number
    880438670442
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass65,362 miles (+2,073)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    65,362 miles
    Test number
    650100652243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass63,289 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    63,289 miles
    Test number
    895381234270
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush drop link (2.4.G.2)

  13. Fail63,289 miles (+2,600)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,289 miles
    Test number
    386516645244
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush drop link (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass60,689 miles (+2,308)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    60,689 miles
    Test number
    248983641469
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush drop link (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre slightly perished

  15. Pass58,381 miles (+2,149)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    58,381 miles
    Test number
    298329264276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass56,232 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    56,232 miles
    Test number
    165730473246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail56,232 miles (+1,217)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,232 miles
    Test number
    188730173260
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass55,015 miles (+1,864)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    55,015 miles
    Test number
    496041272247
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass53,151 miles (+2,073)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    53,151 miles
    Test number
    208322171275
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass51,078 miles (+2,184)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    51,078 miles
    Test number
    980681070225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass48,894 miles (+2,233)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    48,894 miles
    Test number
    973371579225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass46,661 miles (+2,274)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    46,661 miles
    Test number
    923744578218
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass44,387 miles (+2,517)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    44,387 miles
    Test number
    271349867203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass41,870 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    41,870 miles
    Test number
    671311276259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S41 AJW

Does S41 AJW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S41 AJW is valid until 18 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on S41 AJW?
The MOT on S41 AJW is valid until 18 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S41 AJW done?
S41 AJW was recorded at 85,882 miles at its MOT on 19 Oct 2026, an average of 2,194 miles a year.
Has S41 AJW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S41 AJW has failed 3 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on S41 AJW 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 S41 AJW find?
S41 AJW passed its latest MOT on 19 Oct 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play, and 1 more.

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