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BMW 840

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 4,398 cc

S43 ADSMOT history

S43 ADS is a blue petrol BMW 840 first used on 1 Aug 1998. Its MOT is valid until 12 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 24 MOT tests, with 114,808 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 12 Apr 2027
Mileage
114,808 mi
At MOT on 10 Apr 2026
MOT tests
24
20 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,212 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S43 ADS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
840
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,398 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S43 ADS was last recorded at 114,808 miles on 10 Apr 2026, 2,291 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
112,517 miles · 8 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
2,291 miles
Average per year
2,212 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 114,808 miles
  • 2025 – 112,517 miles
  • 2024 – 110,326 miles
  • 2023 – 108,103 miles
  • 2022 – 106,364 miles
  • 2021 – 105,249 miles
  • 2020 – 104,186 miles
  • 2019 – 102,506 miles
  • 2018 – 100,496 miles
  • 2017 – 98,820 miles
  • 2016 – 97,146 miles
  • 2015 – 94,473 miles
  • 2014 – 92,288 miles
  • 2013 – 90,421 miles
  • 2012 – 88,661 miles
  • 2011 – 83,905 miles
  • 2009 – 82,702 miles
  • 2008 – 80,546 miles
  • 2007 – 80,288 miles
  • 2006 – 70,044 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass114,808 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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.

  • Front brake imbalance (border pass)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

24 tests since 10 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass114,808 miles (+2,291)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    114,808 miles
    Test number
    772527377744
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass112,517 miles (+2,191)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    112,517 miles
    Test number
    860564647404

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass110,326 miles (+2,223)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    110,326 miles
    Test number
    180704581451

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass108,103 miles (+1,739)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    108,103 miles
    Test number
    785272295762

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass106,364 miles (+1,115)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    106,364 miles
    Test number
    746612300054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass105,249 miles (+1,063)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    105,249 miles
    Test number
    803155027540
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass104,186 miles (+1,680)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    104,186 miles
    Test number
    708540706964

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass102,506 miles (+2,010)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    102,506 miles
    Test number
    711428769377
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rears (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both fronts (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass100,496 miles (+1,676)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    100,496 miles
    Test number
    113018233376

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass98,820 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    98,820 miles
    Test number
    533111543963
    • AdvisoryFront brake imbalance (border pass)

  11. Fail98,820 miles (+1,674)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,820 miles
    Test number
    254216624015
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryFront brake imbalance (border pass)

  12. Pass97,146 miles (+2,673)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    97,146 miles
    Test number
    334431161125
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass94,473 miles (+2,185)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    94,473 miles
    Test number
    579152275096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass92,288 miles (+1,867)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    92,288 miles
    Test number
    926853974081
    • NoteFuel pipes rusty

  15. Pass90,421 miles (+1,760)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    90,421 miles
    Test number
    859004673039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass88,661 miles (+2)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    88,661 miles
    Test number
    209652202493
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteSill covers fitted

  17. Fail88,659 miles (+4,754)6 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,659 miles
    Test number
    725451902180
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureRear fog lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2f)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteSill covers fitted

  18. Pass83,905 miles (+1,203)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    83,905 miles
    Test number
    756104731288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass82,702 miles (+2,156)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    82,702 miles
    Test number
    871420039013
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Fail80,546 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,546 miles
    Test number
    212232618272
    • Repaired at testInner Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  21. Pass80,546 miles (+258)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    80,546 miles
    Test number
    842092318276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass80,288 miles (+10,244)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    80,288 miles
    Test number
    683599397160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass70,044 miles (+21)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    70,044 miles
    Test number
    702651316041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail70,023 miles1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,023 miles
    Test number
    461600916056
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about S43 ADS

Does S43 ADS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S43 ADS is valid until 12 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on S43 ADS?
The MOT on S43 ADS is valid until 12 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S43 ADS done?
S43 ADS was recorded at 114,808 miles at its MOT on 10 Apr 2026, an average of 2,212 miles a year.
Has S43 ADS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S43 ADS has failed 4 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Mar 2017.
Has the mileage on S43 ADS 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 S43 ADS find?
S43 ADS passed its latest MOT on 10 Apr 2026 with 2 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear; oil leak, but not excessive.

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