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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 2,494 cc

S47 BPLMOT history

S47 BPL is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 4 Feb 1999. Its MOT expired on 17 Dec 2024 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 99,120 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Dec 2023.

S47 BPL silver BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 17 Dec 2024
Mileage
99,120 mi
At MOT on 18 Dec 2023
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,799 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S47 BPL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
4 Feb 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Dec 2024
Latest MOT test
18 Dec 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

S47 BPL was last recorded at 99,120 miles on 18 Dec 2023, 560 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Nov 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
98,560 miles · 17 Nov 2021
Between the last two tests
560 miles
Average per year
1,799 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 99,120 miles
  • 2021 – 98,560 miles
  • 2020 – 97,215 miles
  • 2019 – 95,665 miles
  • 2018 – 94,708 miles
  • 2017 – 93,297 miles
  • 2016 – 91,852 miles
  • 2015 – 90,139 miles
  • 2014 – 88,419 miles
  • 2013 – 86,758 miles
  • 2012 – 84,975 miles
  • 2011 – 82,889 miles
  • 2010 – 80,758 miles
  • 2009 – 78,243 miles
  • 2008 – 75,563 miles
  • 2007 – 72,342 miles
  • 2006 – 67,345 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass99,120 miles
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) Both
  • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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 Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

21 tests since 18 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass99,120 miles (+560)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    99,120 miles
    Test number
    890762861056
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) Both
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass98,560 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    98,560 miles
    Test number
    716954364272
    • MinorCentral Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Fail98,560 miles (+1,345)1 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,560 miles
    Test number
    436772278361
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MinorCentral Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass97,215 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    97,215 miles
    Test number
    577602646645
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Fail97,215 miles (+1,550)3 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,215 miles
    Test number
    101235758756
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • Repaired at testElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass95,665 miles (+957)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    95,665 miles
    Test number
    984186842374
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Pass94,708 miles (+1,411)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2019
    Odometer
    94,708 miles
    Test number
    226192013280
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and engine covers fitted

  8. Pass93,297 miles (+1,445)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2018
    Odometer
    93,297 miles
    Test number
    438136507663

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass91,852 miles (+1,713)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2017
    Odometer
    91,852 miles
    Test number
    857655888028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass90,139 miles (+1,720)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2016
    Odometer
    90,139 miles
    Test number
    227560745404

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass88,419 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2015
    Odometer
    88,419 miles
    Test number
    557164234126
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteBonnet stay not working
    • NoteNearside front wheel damaged

  12. Fail88,419 miles (+1,661)3 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,419 miles
    Test number
    237484534402
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteBonnet stay not working
    • NoteNearside front wheel damaged

  13. Pass86,758 miles (+1,783)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2014
    Odometer
    86,758 miles
    Test number
    536408333106
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Pass84,975 miles (+2,086)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2013
    Odometer
    84,975 miles
    Test number
    306096532116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail82,889 miles1 repaired6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,889 miles
    Test number
    139009131108
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNear side front,near side rear and Off side rear tyres cracking.

  16. Pass82,889 miles (+2,131)6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2012
    Odometer
    82,889 miles
    Test number
    355109331176
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNear side front,near side rear and Off side rear tyres cracking.

  17. Pass80,758 miles (+2,515)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2011
    Odometer
    80,758 miles
    Test number
    371637030152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass78,243 miles (+2,680)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2010
    Odometer
    78,243 miles
    Test number
    664568239175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass75,563 miles (+3,221)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2009
    Odometer
    75,563 miles
    Test number
    943491248189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass72,342 miles (+4,997)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2008
    Odometer
    72,342 miles
    Test number
    202419437181
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

  21. Pass67,345 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    67,345 miles
    Test number
    734968806113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S47 BPL

Does S47 BPL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S47 BPL expired on 17 Dec 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S47 BPL?
The MOT on S47 BPL expired on 17 Dec 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S47 BPL done?
S47 BPL was recorded at 99,120 miles at its MOT on 18 Dec 2023, an average of 1,799 miles a year.
Has S47 BPL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S47 BPL has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on S47 BPL 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 S47 BPL find?
S47 BPL passed its latest MOT on 18 Dec 2023 with 2 advisories: play in steering rack inner joint(s) both; stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working.

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