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BMW 3 Series

Red · Petrol · 1998 · 1,895 cc

S68 SEYMOT history

S68 SEY is a red petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 31 Dec 1998. Its MOT expired on 22 Dec 2022 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 173,210 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Dec 2021.

S68 SEY red BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 22 Dec 2022
Mileage
173,210 mi
At MOT on 23 Dec 2021
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
7,871 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S68 SEY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
31 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Dec 2022
Latest MOT test
23 Dec 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

S68 SEY was last recorded at 173,210 miles on 23 Dec 2021, 2,505 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Dec 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
170,705 miles · 23 Dec 2020
Between the last two tests
2,505 miles
Average per year
7,871 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 173,210 miles
  • 2020 – 170,705 miles
  • 2019 – 167,197 miles
  • 2018 – 156,586 miles
  • 2017 – 141,250 miles
  • 2016 – 126,021 miles
  • 2015 – 112,024 miles
  • 2014 – 100,871 miles
  • 2013 – 97,619 miles
  • 2012 – 92,087 miles
  • 2011 – 88,145 miles
  • 2010 – 83,912 miles
  • 2009 – 72,417 miles
  • 2008 – 70,519 miles
  • 2007 – 61,375 miles
  • 2006 – 53,690 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass173,210 miles
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (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.

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both mains

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2010

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2010

Full MOT history

25 tests since 17 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass173,210 miles (+2,505)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    173,210 miles
    Test number
    497457713373
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass170,705 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    170,705 miles
    Test number
    383767599036
    • AdvisoryNearside Front jacking point corroded
    • AdvisoryCorrosion starting to underside

  3. Fail170,705 miles (+3,508)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,705 miles
    Test number
    999953730895
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front jacking point corroded
    • AdvisoryCorrosion starting to underside

  4. Pass167,197 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    167,197 miles
    Test number
    501618886957
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both mains (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Fail167,197 miles (+10,611)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,197 miles
    Test number
    750133499904
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced rear floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both mains (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass156,586 miles (+15,336)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    156,586 miles
    Test number
    230838746298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass141,250 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    141,250 miles
    Test number
    133737618357

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail141,248 miles (+15,227)7 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,248 miles
    Test number
    133732177192
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering floor/outrigger (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering floor/outrigger (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Outer Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion arch (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion arch (6.1.B.2)

  9. Pass126,021 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    126,021 miles
    Test number
    513994166505
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Body has slight displacement of the body relative to the chassis wing (6.1.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Body has slight displacement of the body relative to the chassis wing corroded (6.1.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear arches corroded

  10. Fail126,020 miles (+13,996)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,020 miles
    Test number
    738921717449
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion arch (6.1.C.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Body has slight displacement of the body relative to the chassis wing (6.1.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Body has slight displacement of the body relative to the chassis wing corroded (6.1.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  11. Pass112,024 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    112,024 miles
    Test number
    904021171476
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Vehicle structure has slight corrosion SILL (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Vehicle structure has slight corrosion SILL (6.1.B.2)

  12. Fail112,024 miles (+11,153)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,024 miles
    Test number
    525425750838
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Vehicle structure has slight corrosion SILL (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Vehicle structure has slight corrosion SILL (6.1.B.2)

  13. Pass100,871 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    100,871 miles
    Test number
    866934324379
    • NoteSlight corrosion to rear wheel arches

  14. Fail100,871 miles (+3,252)1 dangerous2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,871 miles
    Test number
    777082924352
    • DangerousOffside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSlight corrosion to rear wheel arches

  15. Pass97,619 miles (+5,532)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    97,619 miles
    Test number
    928224493274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass92,087 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    92,087 miles
    Test number
    519743912397
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Fail92,087 miles (+3,942)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,087 miles
    Test number
    458993212443
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass88,145 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    88,145 miles
    Test number
    587168291263
    • NoteRear o/s brake pipe starting to corrode

  19. Fail88,145 miles (+4,233)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,145 miles
    Test number
    216617591231
    • FailureOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteRear o/s brake pipe starting to corrode

  20. Pass83,912 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    83,912 miles
    Test number
    440821900420
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Fail83,912 miles (+11,495)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,912 miles
    Test number
    442681000300
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • 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 Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass72,417 miles (+1,898)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    72,417 miles
    Test number
    311841509325

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass70,519 miles (+9,144)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    70,519 miles
    Test number
    131979208316

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass61,375 miles (+7,685)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    61,375 miles
    Test number
    861432397203
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  25. Pass53,690 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    53,690 miles
    Test number
    371490696249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S68 SEY

Does S68 SEY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S68 SEY expired on 22 Dec 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S68 SEY?
The MOT on S68 SEY expired on 22 Dec 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S68 SEY done?
S68 SEY was recorded at 173,210 miles at its MOT on 23 Dec 2021, an average of 7,871 miles a year.
Has S68 SEY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S68 SEY has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Dec 2020.
Has the mileage on S68 SEY 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 SEY find?
S68 SEY passed its latest MOT on 23 Dec 2021 with 3 advisories: integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; oil leak, but not excessive; rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides.

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