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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,896 cc

S61 MCFMOT history

S61 MCF is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 4 Jan 1999. Its MOT expired on 5 Apr 2024 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 139,111 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Apr 2023.

S61 MCF silver BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 5 Apr 2024
Mileage
139,111 mi
At MOT on 6 Apr 2023
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,703 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S61 MCF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
4 Jan 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Apr 2024
Latest MOT test
6 Apr 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

S61 MCF was last recorded at 139,111 miles on 6 Apr 2023, 6,034 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Apr 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
133,077 miles · 1 Apr 2022
Between the last two tests
6,034 miles
Average per year
4,703 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 139,111 miles
  • 2022 – 133,077 miles
  • 2021 – 126,735 miles
  • 2020 – 125,765 miles
  • 2019 – 118,449 miles
  • 2016 – 105,324 miles
  • 2015 – 90,457 miles
  • 2014 – 85,679 miles
  • 2013 – 83,910 miles
  • 2012 – 82,969 miles
  • 2011 – 79,250 miles
  • 2010 – 71,666 miles
  • 2009 – 66,644 miles
  • 2008 – 64,785 miles
  • 2007 – 62,226 miles
  • 2006 – 58,672 miles
  • 2005 – 55,760 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass139,111 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on the limit (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • 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 on the limit (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (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.

  • Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

24 tests since 16 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass139,111 miles14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    139,111 miles
    Test number
    998674974793
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on the limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (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 on the limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail139,111 miles (+6,034)1 major1 repaired14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,111 miles
    Test number
    489085729312
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on the limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (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 on the limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass133,077 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    133,077 miles
    Test number
    794079724029
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail133,077 miles (+6,342)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,077 miles
    Test number
    519715160537
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass126,735 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    126,735 miles
    Test number
    638112021468
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail126,735 miles (+29)1 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,735 miles
    Test number
    598076963034
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail126,706 miles (+941)5 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,706 miles
    Test number
    114456576164
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass125,765 miles (+7,316)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    125,765 miles
    Test number
    736529148762

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass118,449 miles (+2)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    118,449 miles
    Test number
    968222874514
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  10. Fail118,447 miles (+13,123)1 dangerous3 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,447 miles
    Test number
    808897308256
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  11. Pass105,324 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    105,324 miles
    Test number
    154773793002
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

  12. Fail105,324 miles (+14,867)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,324 miles
    Test number
    436668800496
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Wheel nut(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass90,457 miles (+4,778)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    90,457 miles
    Test number
    422793913312
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryAdvise both head lights got condensation
    • AdvisoryAdvise stone chip in screen

  14. Pass85,679 miles (+1,769)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    85,679 miles
    Test number
    408287344477

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass83,910 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    83,910 miles
    Test number
    457264943389

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail83,910 miles (+941)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,910 miles
    Test number
    606936633369
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

  17. Pass82,969 miles (+3,719)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    82,969 miles
    Test number
    976563042314
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass79,250 miles (+7,584)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    79,250 miles
    Test number
    136530731364

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass71,666 miles (+5,022)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    71,666 miles
    Test number
    540596890228
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Pass66,644 miles (+1,859)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    66,644 miles
    Test number
    272125789227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass64,785 miles (+2,559)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    64,785 miles
    Test number
    324247278272
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  22. Pass62,226 miles (+3,554)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    62,226 miles
    Test number
    493834287280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass58,672 miles (+2,912)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    58,672 miles
    Test number
    703269786154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass55,760 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2006
    Odometer
    55,760 miles
    Test number
    274867195452

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S61 MCF

Does S61 MCF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S61 MCF expired on 5 Apr 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S61 MCF?
The MOT on S61 MCF expired on 5 Apr 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S61 MCF done?
S61 MCF was recorded at 139,111 miles at its MOT on 6 Apr 2023, an average of 4,703 miles a year.
Has S61 MCF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S61 MCF has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Apr 2023.
Has the mileage on S61 MCF 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 S61 MCF find?
S61 MCF passed its latest MOT on 6 Apr 2023 with 14 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside front anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated, and 11 more.

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