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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 2,494 cc

S745 LSRMOT history

S745 LSR is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 11 Jan 1999. Its MOT expired on 16 Apr 2026 and it has passed 11 of 19 MOT tests, with 101,188 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Apr 2025.

S745 LSR 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 16 Apr 2026
Mileage
101,188 mi
At MOT on 17 Apr 2025
MOT tests
19
11 passed · 8 failed
Per year
1,257 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S745 LSR
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
11 Jan 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
17 Apr 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S745 LSR was last recorded at 101,188 miles on 17 Apr 2025, 2,054 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Sept 2015.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
99,134 miles · 15 Sept 2015
Between the last two tests
2,054 miles
Average per year
1,257 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 101,188 miles
  • 2015 – 99,134 miles
  • 2014 – 97,135 miles
  • 2013 – 96,099 miles
  • 2012 – 92,592 miles
  • 2011 – 91,320 miles
  • 2010 – 88,623 miles
  • 2009 – 85,914 miles
  • 2008 – 84,076 miles
  • 2007 – 80,769 miles
  • 2006 – 77,688 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass101,188 miles
  • AdvisorySlight corrosion nearside and offside rear outer sill not structual

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 Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009–2014

  • Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009–2010

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass101,188 miles (+2,054)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    101,188 miles
    Test number
    312227624782
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion nearside and offside rear outer sill not structual

  2. Pass99,134 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    99,134 miles
    Test number
    916462671927

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail99,134 miles (+1,999)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,134 miles
    Test number
    928002893054
    • FailureBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  4. Pass97,135 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    97,135 miles
    Test number
    976323754202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail97,128 miles (+1,029)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,128 miles
    Test number
    336036944220
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  6. Pass96,099 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    96,099 miles
    Test number
    498399333278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail96,098 miles (+3,506)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,098 miles
    Test number
    675869233256
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  8. Pass92,592 miles (+1,272)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    92,592 miles
    Test number
    348521652251
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteAirbag fault warning lamp remains illuminated

  9. Pass91,320 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    91,320 miles
    Test number
    505767931256
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Fail91,320 miles (+2,697)2 failures1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,320 miles
    Test number
    776857831217
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass88,623 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    88,623 miles
    Test number
    353713840206
    • AdvisoryNearside 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)

  12. Fail88,623 miles (+2,709)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,623 miles
    Test number
    742243540287
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside 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)
    • NoteEngine management lamp remains illuminated

  13. Pass85,914 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    85,914 miles
    Test number
    444289439214
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  14. Fail85,914 miles (+1,838)2 failures1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,914 miles
    Test number
    360389439290
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  15. Pass84,076 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    84,076 miles
    Test number
    190635748287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail84,059 miles (+3,290)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,059 miles
    Test number
    822661248216
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass80,769 miles (+3,081)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    80,769 miles
    Test number
    444115617205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass77,688 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    77,688 miles
    Test number
    344592226418

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail77,688 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,688 miles
    Test number
    302161226212
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Questions about S745 LSR

Does S745 LSR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S745 LSR expired on 16 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S745 LSR?
The MOT on S745 LSR expired on 16 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S745 LSR done?
S745 LSR was recorded at 101,188 miles at its MOT on 17 Apr 2025, an average of 1,257 miles a year.
Has S745 LSR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S745 LSR has failed 8 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Sept 2015.
Has the mileage on S745 LSR 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 S745 LSR find?
S745 LSR passed its latest MOT on 17 Apr 2025 with 1 advisory: slight corrosion nearside and offside rear outer sill not structual.

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