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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 2,494 cc

S71 HHJMOT history

S71 HHJ is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 22 Feb 1999. Its MOT expired on 9 Aug 2024 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 175,013 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Aug 2023.

S71 HHJ blue 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 9 Aug 2024
Mileage
175,013 mi
At MOT on 28 Sept 2020
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
7,212 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S71 HHJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
22 Feb 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Aug 2024
Latest MOT test
10 Aug 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

S71 HHJ was last recorded at 175,013 miles on 28 Sept 2020, 2,186 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Oct 2019.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
172,827 miles · 10 Oct 2019
Between the last two tests
2,186 miles
Average per year
7,212 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2020 – 175,013 miles
  • 2019 – 172,827 miles
  • 2018 – 167,634 miles
  • 2017 – 156,603 miles
  • 2016 – 147,399 miles
  • 2015 – 138,141 miles
  • 2014 – 130,402 miles
  • 2013 – 125,550 miles
  • 2012 – 117,395 miles
  • 2011 – 109,870 miles
  • 2010 – 102,209 miles
  • 2009 – 95,233 miles
  • 2008 – 86,722 miles
  • 2007 – 78,806 miles
  • 2006 – 73,052 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass
  • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryFront drop link gaiters deteriorated
  • AdvisoryMain beam tell tail not working
  • AdvisoryRear fog lamp tell tail not working

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.

  • Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

27 tests since 9 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    647437344307
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront drop link gaiters deteriorated
    • AdvisoryMain beam tell tail not working
    • AdvisoryRear fog lamp tell tail not working

  2. PassMileage not read1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    929082486721
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. FailMileage not read2 dangerous2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    858615467307
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture (1.1.11 (a))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass175,013 miles (+2,186)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    175,013 miles
    Test number
    206718372749
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass172,827 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    172,827 miles
    Test number
    988624526370
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Fail172,827 miles (+5,193)2 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,827 miles
    Test number
    496635842124
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass167,634 miles (+145)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    167,634 miles
    Test number
    664139486001
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail167,489 miles (+10,886)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,489 miles
    Test number
    906354388679
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass156,603 miles (+9,204)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    156,603 miles
    Test number
    968877887567

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass147,399 miles (+9,258)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    147,399 miles
    Test number
    377843764966
    • 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)

  11. Pass138,141 miles (+7,739)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    138,141 miles
    Test number
    416025905268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass130,402 miles (+4,852)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    130,402 miles
    Test number
    747914804231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass125,550 miles (+57)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    125,550 miles
    Test number
    915865033248
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  14. Fail125,493 miles (+8,098)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,493 miles
    Test number
    455722333228
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • NoteNearside rear brake pipe corroded but not considered excessive

  15. Fail117,395 miles2 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,395 miles
    Test number
    288026732228
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteAir bag light on

  16. Pass117,395 miles (+7,525)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    117,395 miles
    Test number
    395026132430
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteAir bag light on

  17. Pass109,870 miles (+7,661)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    109,870 miles
    Test number
    365966611421

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass102,209 miles (+31)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    102,209 miles
    Test number
    152038200209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail102,178 miles (+6,945)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,178 miles
    Test number
    781577800236
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  20. Pass95,233 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    95,233 miles
    Test number
    912802519210
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Fail95,232 miles (+8,510)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,232 miles
    Test number
    714982419212
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Fail86,722 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,722 miles
    Test number
    212219898488
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  23. Pass86,722 miles (+7,916)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    86,722 miles
    Test number
    994999398119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass78,806 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    78,806 miles
    Test number
    930376507206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail78,806 miles (+5,754)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,806 miles
    Test number
    744136707294
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAir bag warning lamp staying on.
    • NoteBoth front tyres perishing.

  26. Pass73,052 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    73,052 miles
    Test number
    802604826206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail73,051 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,051 miles
    Test number
    644461426254
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Questions about S71 HHJ

Does S71 HHJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S71 HHJ expired on 9 Aug 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S71 HHJ?
The MOT on S71 HHJ expired on 9 Aug 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S71 HHJ done?
S71 HHJ was recorded at 175,013 miles at its MOT on 28 Sept 2020, an average of 7,212 miles a year.
Has S71 HHJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S71 HHJ has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on S71 HHJ 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 S71 HHJ find?
S71 HHJ passed its latest MOT on 10 Aug 2023 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: nearside front brake hose slightly twisted; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside front brake hose slightly deteriorated, and 4 more.

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