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BMW 3 Series

Green · Petrol · 1998 · 1,895 cc

S68 LGOMOT history

S68 LGO is a green petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 31 Dec 1998. Its MOT expired on 12 Dec 2023 and it has passed 16 of 19 MOT tests, with 136,337 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Nov 2022.

S68 LGO green BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 12 Dec 2023
Mileage
136,337 mi
At MOT on 28 Nov 2022
MOT tests
19
16 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,956 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S68 LGO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
31 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Dec 2023
Latest MOT test
28 Nov 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

S68 LGO was last recorded at 136,337 miles on 28 Nov 2022, 1,708 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Dec 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
134,629 miles · 13 Dec 2021
Between the last two tests
1,708 miles
Average per year
3,956 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 136,337 miles
  • 2021 – 134,629 miles
  • 2020 – 132,381 miles
  • 2019 – 129,446 miles
  • 2018 – 125,970 miles
  • 2017 – 120,937 miles
  • 2016 – 116,843 miles
  • 2015 – 112,762 miles
  • 2014 – 108,853 miles
  • 2013 – 104,350 miles
  • 2012 – 100,732 miles
  • 2011 – 96,904 miles
  • 2010 – 91,437 miles
  • 2009 – 86,367 miles
  • 2008 – 82,565 miles
  • 2006 – 72,730 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass136,337 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin front and rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both rear inner sills (6.2.2 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear brake and suspension components slightly corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryVehicle tested in wet weather

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush both front (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Front and rear brake discs slightly worn/pitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside rear inner sill slightly corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

19 tests since 30 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass136,337 miles (+1,708)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    136,337 miles
    Test number
    784708929802
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin front and rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both rear inner sills (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear brake and suspension components slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryVehicle tested in wet weather

  2. Pass134,629 miles (+2,248)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    134,629 miles
    Test number
    890770680786
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine and gear box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension and braking components corroded

  3. Pass132,381 miles (+2,935)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    132,381 miles
    Test number
    916845048915
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gear box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryWipers worn

  4. Pass129,446 miles (+3,476)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    129,446 miles
    Test number
    562381032255
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both rear inner sills (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear brake and suspension components slightly corroded

  5. Pass125,970 miles (+5,033)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    125,970 miles
    Test number
    421022127010
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake hoses slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryBoth front suspension arm bushes slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryBoth rear inner sills slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryFront and rear brake discs slightly worn / pitted
    • AdvisoryFront inner brake pads wearing thin
    • AdvisoryMinor oil leak
    • AdvisorySuspension components slightly corroded

  6. Pass120,937 miles (+13)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    120,937 miles
    Test number
    453900379428
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisorySuspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush both front (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront and rear brake discs slightly worn/pitted
    • AdvisoryOffside rear inner sill slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  7. Fail120,924 miles (+4,081)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,924 miles
    Test number
    765818264892
    • 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)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisorySuspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush both front (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront and rear brake discs slightly worn/pitted
    • AdvisoryOffside rear inner sill slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  8. Pass116,843 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    116,843 miles
    Test number
    577852940034
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both front (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake and suspension components corroded

  9. Fail116,843 miles (+4,081)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,843 miles
    Test number
    318069928398
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded nearside and offside rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both front (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake and suspension components corroded

  10. Pass112,762 miles (+3,909)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    112,762 miles
    Test number
    868542405253
    • 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)
    • NoteOil leak

  11. Pass108,853 miles (+4,503)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    108,853 miles
    Test number
    189993404254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail104,350 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,350 miles
    Test number
    299154483441
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

  13. Pass104,350 miles (+3,618)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    104,350 miles
    Test number
    788124483113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass100,732 miles (+3,828)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    100,732 miles
    Test number
    648473202204
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteOil leak

  15. Pass96,904 miles (+5,467)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    96,904 miles
    Test number
    569423901249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass91,437 miles (+5,070)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    91,437 miles
    Test number
    313544350130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass86,367 miles (+3,802)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2010
    Odometer
    86,367 miles
    Test number
    630942259158
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass82,565 miles (+9,835)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    82,565 miles
    Test number
    804730628127
    • 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)

  19. Pass72,730 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    72,730 miles
    Test number
    582603206352

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S68 LGO

Does S68 LGO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S68 LGO expired on 12 Dec 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S68 LGO?
The MOT on S68 LGO expired on 12 Dec 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S68 LGO done?
S68 LGO was recorded at 136,337 miles at its MOT on 28 Nov 2022, an average of 3,956 miles a year.
Has S68 LGO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S68 LGO has failed 3 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Aug 2017.
Has the mileage on S68 LGO 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 S68 LGO find?
S68 LGO passed its latest MOT on 28 Nov 2022 with 6 advisories: brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear; brake pad(s) wearing thin front and rear; integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both rear inner sills, and 3 more.

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