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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 1998 · 1,896 cc

S749 FECMOT history

S749 FEC is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 1 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 23 Jul 2025 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 82,004 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Jul 2024.

S749 FEC silver 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 23 Jul 2025
Mileage
82,004 mi
At MOT on 24 Jul 2024
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,614 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S749 FEC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Jul 2025
Latest MOT test
24 Jul 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

S749 FEC was last recorded at 82,004 miles on 24 Jul 2024, 3,520 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Jan 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
78,484 miles · 31 Jan 2023
Between the last two tests
3,520 miles
Average per year
2,614 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 82,004 miles
  • 2023 – 78,484 miles
  • 2021 – 71,666 miles
  • 2019 – 69,408 miles
  • 2017 – 65,959 miles
  • 2016 – 63,779 miles
  • 2015 – 62,005 miles
  • 2014 – 60,361 miles
  • 2013 – 58,035 miles
  • 2012 – 55,800 miles
  • 2011 – 52,816 miles
  • 2010 – 50,306 miles
  • 2009 – 44,979 miles
  • 2008 – 41,892 miles
  • 2007 – 38,815 miles
  • 2006 – 34,902 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass82,004 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

23 tests since 18 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass82,004 miles (+3,520)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    82,004 miles
    Test number
    285034097570

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass78,484 miles (+6,818)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    78,484 miles
    Test number
    128487205977

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass71,666 miles (+4)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    71,666 miles
    Test number
    674675113002
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Fail71,662 miles (+2,254)5 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,662 miles
    Test number
    820195968884
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass69,408 miles (+3,449)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    69,408 miles
    Test number
    242275622086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass65,959 miles (+37)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    65,959 miles
    Test number
    631160769036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail65,922 miles (+2,143)2 dangerous5 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,922 miles
    Test number
    624740657247
    • DangerousNearside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded and its strength is seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded and its strength is seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration Engine (7.3.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak From engine

  8. Pass63,779 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    63,779 miles
    Test number
    888311901564
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced Condensated lens (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced Condensated lens (1.7.5a)

  9. Fail63,779 miles (+1,774)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,779 miles
    Test number
    104147941625
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced Condensated lens (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced Condensated lens (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  10. Pass62,005 miles (+1,644)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    62,005 miles
    Test number
    677122305263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass60,361 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    60,361 miles
    Test number
    916114784184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail60,361 miles (+2,326)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,361 miles
    Test number
    676744484152
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  13. Pass58,035 miles (+2,235)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    58,035 miles
    Test number
    585813783196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass55,800 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    55,800 miles
    Test number
    598506502244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail55,800 miles (+2,984)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,800 miles
    Test number
    877586802298
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  16. Pass52,816 miles (+2,510)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    52,816 miles
    Test number
    889742791151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass50,306 miles (+5,327)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    50,306 miles
    Test number
    770484990145
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth drive belts squealing slightly.
    • NoteSlight oil leak from top of engine.

  18. Fail44,979 miles3 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,979 miles
    Test number
    400782989106
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside front tyre outer side wall damaged

  19. Pass44,979 miles (+3,087)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    44,979 miles
    Test number
    441652189149
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside front tyre outer side wall damaged

  20. Pass41,892 miles (+3,077)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    41,892 miles
    Test number
    551517498119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass38,815 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    38,815 miles
    Test number
    120188707244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail38,815 miles (+3,913)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,815 miles
    Test number
    681108407298
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass34,902 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    34,902 miles
    Test number
    941959396120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S749 FEC

Does S749 FEC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S749 FEC expired on 23 Jul 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S749 FEC?
The MOT on S749 FEC expired on 23 Jul 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S749 FEC done?
S749 FEC was recorded at 82,004 miles at its MOT on 24 Jul 2024, an average of 2,614 miles a year.
Has S749 FEC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S749 FEC has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Jul 2021.
Has the mileage on S749 FEC 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 S749 FEC find?
S749 FEC passed its latest MOT on 24 Jul 2024 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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