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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 1998 · 2,494 cc

S731 AGJMOT history

S731 AGJ is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 4 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 3 Oct 2024 and it has passed 12 of 19 MOT tests, with 127,374 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Oct 2023.

S731 AGJ silver BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 3 Oct 2024
Mileage
127,374 mi
At MOT on 4 Oct 2023
MOT tests
19
12 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,954 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S731 AGJ
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
4 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Oct 2024
Latest MOT test
4 Oct 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

S731 AGJ was last recorded at 127,374 miles on 4 Oct 2023, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Sept 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
127,374 miles · 26 Sept 2023
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
2,954 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 127,374 miles
  • 2022 – 125,503 miles
  • 2021 – 125,481 miles
  • 2019 – 121,157 miles
  • 2018 – 116,069 miles
  • 2013 – 114,478 miles
  • 2012 – 108,964 miles
  • 2011 – 104,558 miles
  • 2010 – 103,045 miles
  • 2009 – 99,385 miles
  • 2007 – 91,208 miles
  • 2006 – 75,123 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass127,374 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded 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.

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2007–2010

  • Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009–2010

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass127,374 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    127,374 miles
    Test number
    917419600931
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  2. Fail127,374 miles (+1,871)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,374 miles
    Test number
    941421255012
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too high both sides (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  3. Pass125,503 miles (+22)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    125,503 miles
    Test number
    627064637601

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail125,481 miles (+4,324)1 dangerous5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,481 miles
    Test number
    596529921455
    • DangerousRear Exhaust shield missing where fitted as original equipment creating a risk of fire (6.1.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorFront Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorFront Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass121,157 miles (+5,088)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    121,157 miles
    Test number
    857205712720
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front+rear (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass116,069 miles (+1,591)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    116,069 miles
    Test number
    140659040535
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner tread edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner tread edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre inner sidewall split but not exposing ply cords
    • AdvisoryOffside rear parking brake only just met requirements

  7. Pass114,478 miles (+5,514)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    114,478 miles
    Test number
    336074263190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass108,964 miles (+4,406)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    108,964 miles
    Test number
    215780882447

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass104,558 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    104,558 miles
    Test number
    216439481125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail104,558 miles (+1,513)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,558 miles
    Test number
    268479281117
    • Repaired at testFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass103,045 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    103,045 miles
    Test number
    382377010465

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail103,045 miles (+3,660)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,045 miles
    Test number
    951446810253
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  13. Pass99,385 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    99,385 miles
    Test number
    912962519257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail99,377 miles (+8,169)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,377 miles
    Test number
    413970019246
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  15. Pass91,208 miles (+7,869)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    91,208 miles
    Test number
    721871517371
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Pass83,339 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    83,339 miles
    Test number
    601022927078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail83,338 miles (+8,215)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,338 miles
    Test number
    102662527436
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  18. Pass75,123 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    75,123 miles
    Test number
    120055626489

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail75,122 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,122 miles
    Test number
    443795726050
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • FailureOffside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Questions about S731 AGJ

Does S731 AGJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S731 AGJ expired on 3 Oct 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S731 AGJ?
The MOT on S731 AGJ expired on 3 Oct 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S731 AGJ done?
S731 AGJ was recorded at 127,374 miles at its MOT on 4 Oct 2023, an average of 2,954 miles a year.
Has S731 AGJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S731 AGJ has failed 7 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on S731 AGJ 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 S731 AGJ find?
S731 AGJ passed its latest MOT on 4 Oct 2023 with 1 advisory: nearside front service brake binding but not excessively.

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