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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 1998 · 2,494 cc

S71 MPRMOT history

S71 MPR is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 16 Oct 1998. Its MOT expired on 25 May 2024 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 160,770 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 May 2023.

S71 MPR silver BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 25 May 2024
Mileage
160,770 mi
At MOT on 26 May 2023
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,681 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S71 MPR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
16 Oct 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 May 2024
Latest MOT test
26 May 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

S71 MPR was last recorded at 160,770 miles on 26 May 2023, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 May 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
160,767 miles · 23 May 2023
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
4,681 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 160,770 miles
  • 2022 – 155,747 miles
  • 2021 – 147,819 miles
  • 2020 – 140,785 miles
  • 2019 – 131,094 miles
  • 2018 – 125,846 miles
  • 2017 – 119,902 miles
  • 2015 – 111,327 miles
  • 2014 – 108,450 miles
  • 2013 – 105,532 miles
  • 2012 – 102,325 miles
  • 2011 – 100,590 miles
  • 2010 – 98,565 miles
  • 2009 – 96,533 miles
  • 2008 – 94,591 miles
  • 2007 – 92,441 miles
  • 2006 – 81,637 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass160,770 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear diff bush wornRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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 Inner Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2009

Full MOT history

24 tests since 29 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass160,770 miles (+3)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2024
    Odometer
    160,770 miles
    Test number
    105823156821
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear diff bush worn
  2. Fail160,767 miles (+5,020)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,767 miles
    Test number
    273812495362
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryRear diff bush worn
  3. Pass155,747 miles (+7,928)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    155,747 miles
    Test number
    153152013012
    • AdvisoryDrag link end modified, but not inappropriately (2.1.3 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Pass147,819 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    147,819 miles
    Test number
    390827619076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail147,812 miles (+7,027)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,812 miles
    Test number
    433193708134
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
  6. Pass140,785 miles (+9,691)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    140,785 miles
    Test number
    357221897943

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass131,094 miles (+5,248)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    131,094 miles
    Test number
    235089556496
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge recommend (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Pass125,846 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    125,846 miles
    Test number
    543626572132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail125,846 miles (+5,944)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,846 miles
    Test number
    701664663292
    • MajorNearside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill areas rusted cover sills fitted (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  10. Pass119,902 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    119,902 miles
    Test number
    621080247929
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor area thin (5.2.6)
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted
  11. Fail119,902 miles (+8,575)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,902 miles
    Test number
    610177625230
    • Repaired at testSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor area thin (5.2.6)
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted
  12. Pass111,327 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    111,327 miles
    Test number
    227926095114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail111,327 miles (+2,877)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,327 miles
    Test number
    298886195473
    • Repaired at testRear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
  14. Pass108,450 miles (+2,918)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    108,450 miles
    Test number
    699633984139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass105,532 miles (+3,207)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    105,532 miles
    Test number
    578463973194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass102,325 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    102,325 miles
    Test number
    838950772184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail102,325 miles (+1,735)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,325 miles
    Test number
    907880372127
    • Repaired at testRear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
  18. Pass100,590 miles (+2,025)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    100,590 miles
    Test number
    485865771120
    • NoteCracks in both front tyres.
  19. Pass98,565 miles (+2,032)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    98,565 miles
    Test number
    721124270105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass96,533 miles (+1,942)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    96,533 miles
    Test number
    290097369168
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
  21. Pass94,591 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    94,591 miles
    Test number
    283260778483
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  22. Fail94,590 miles (+2,149)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,590 miles
    Test number
    903430578117
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  23. Pass92,441 miles (+10,804)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    92,441 miles
    Test number
    782186577173
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
  24. Pass81,637 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    81,637 miles
    Test number
    291050686423
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Questions about S71 MPR

Does S71 MPR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S71 MPR expired on 25 May 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S71 MPR?
The MOT on S71 MPR expired on 25 May 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S71 MPR done?
S71 MPR was recorded at 160,770 miles at its MOT on 26 May 2023, an average of 4,681 miles a year.
Has S71 MPR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S71 MPR has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 23 May 2023.
Has the mileage on S71 MPR 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 MPR find?
S71 MPR passed its latest MOT on 26 May 2023 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip; rear diff bush worn.

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