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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 2,793 cc

S749 GGPMOT history

S749 GGP is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 14 Dec 1998. Its MOT is valid until 4 Mar 2027 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 116,498 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Mar 2026.

S749 GGP blue BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 4 Mar 2027
Mileage
116,498 mi
At MOT on 5 Mar 2026
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,477 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S749 GGP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
14 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S749 GGP was last recorded at 116,498 miles on 5 Mar 2026, 280 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Jul 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
116,218 miles · 8 Jul 2022
Between the last two tests
280 miles
Average per year
3,477 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 116,498 miles
  • 2022 – 116,218 miles
  • 2021 – 115,081 miles
  • 2020 – 114,423 miles
  • 2018 – 114,008 miles
  • 2016 – 107,756 miles
  • 2015 – 103,804 miles
  • 2014 – 100,447 miles
  • 2013 – 99,414 miles
  • 2012 – 90,818 miles
  • 2011 – 84,255 miles
  • 2010 – 79,346 miles
  • 2009 – 71,297 miles
  • 2008 – 65,720 miles
  • 2007 – 58,064 miles
  • 2006 – 46,601 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass116,498 miles
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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.

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2018

  • Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2018

  • Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2016

  • Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2015

  • Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2015

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass116,498 miles (+280)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    116,498 miles
    Test number
    681049108719
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass116,218 miles (+1,137)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    116,218 miles
    Test number
    533883831055
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass115,081 miles (+658)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2022
    Odometer
    115,081 miles
    Test number
    808249502259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass114,423 miles (+415)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2021
    Odometer
    114,423 miles
    Test number
    568031438505

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass114,008 miles (+6,252)21 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    114,008 miles
    Test number
    871200187790
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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 Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  6. Pass107,756 miles (+3,952)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    107,756 miles
    Test number
    100251777202
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  7. Pass103,804 miles (+16)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    103,804 miles
    Test number
    643133195957
    • Advisory"check control" light on
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front inside edge bald
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  8. Fail103,788 miles (+3,341)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,788 miles
    Test number
    598466948588
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (1.1.C.1a)

  9. Pass100,447 miles (+1,033)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    100,447 miles
    Test number
    215652264201
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteAll tyres wearing on inner edges

  10. Pass99,414 miles (+8,596)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    99,414 miles
    Test number
    388987453281
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  11. Pass90,818 miles (+81)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    90,818 miles
    Test number
    815299142212
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteO/s/f tyre cracking on inner side wall.

  12. Fail90,737 miles (+6,482)1 failure4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,737 miles
    Test number
    559971242248
    • FailurePower steering pump drive system defective (2.3.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteO/s/f tyre cracking on inner side wall.

  13. Fail84,255 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,255 miles
    Test number
    158664911221
    • 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)

  14. Pass84,255 miles (+4,909)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    84,255 miles
    Test number
    588764611253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass79,346 miles (+8,049)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    79,346 miles
    Test number
    560424710252
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

  16. Pass71,297 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    71,297 miles
    Test number
    313204349094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail71,297 miles (+5,577)1 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,297 miles
    Test number
    500264549065
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

  18. Pass65,720 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    65,720 miles
    Test number
    294283248084
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

  19. Fail65,720 miles (+7,656)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,720 miles
    Test number
    643223348085
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

  20. Pass58,064 miles (+11,463)8 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    58,064 miles
    Test number
    362659727038
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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 brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteN/s/f tyre is perishd in tred !!
    • NoteO/s/r tyre is perished !!

  21. Pass46,601 miles (+69)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    46,601 miles
    Test number
    464174426002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail46,532 miles1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,532 miles
    Test number
    872799016016
    • FailureNearside Rear Bonded suspension unit bonding failed and part of unit is likely to become displaced (2.4.F.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Questions about S749 GGP

Does S749 GGP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S749 GGP is valid until 4 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on S749 GGP?
The MOT on S749 GGP is valid until 4 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S749 GGP done?
S749 GGP was recorded at 116,498 miles at its MOT on 5 Mar 2026, an average of 3,477 miles a year.
Has S749 GGP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S749 GGP has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Oct 2015.
Has the mileage on S749 GGP 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 GGP find?
S749 GGP passed its latest MOT on 5 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing.

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