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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 1998 · 2,793 cc

S74 BWUMOT history

S74 BWU is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 25 Sept 1998. Its MOT is valid until 20 Nov 2026 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 112,336 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Nov 2025.

S74 BWU black 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 20 Nov 2026
Mileage
112,336 mi
At MOT on 21 Nov 2025
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,725 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S74 BWU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
25 Sept 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
21 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S74 BWU was last recorded at 112,336 miles on 21 Nov 2025, 38 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Sept 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 21 Sept 2022: 104,563 miles, lower than 104,568 miles on 16 Sept 2022.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
112,298 miles · 6 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
38 miles
Average per year
3,725 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 112,336 miles
  • 2024 – 112,298 miles
  • 2023 – 108,582 miles
  • 2022 – 104,563 miles
  • 2021 – 100,768 miles
  • 2020 – 98,076 miles
  • 2019 – 94,721 miles
  • 2018 – 91,186 miles
  • 2017 – 87,306 miles
  • 2016 – 84,744 miles
  • 2015 – 82,265 miles
  • 2014 – 77,167 miles
  • 2013 – 72,947 miles
  • 2012 – 67,906 miles
  • 2011 – 62,332 miles
  • 2010 – 58,155 miles
  • 2009 – 54,497 miles
  • 2008 – 50,234 miles
  • 2007 – 46,605 miles
  • 2006 – 40,829 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass112,336 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated all 4 (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Nearside Front Service brake lagging in operation

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

28 tests since 11 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass112,336 miles (+38)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    112,336 miles
    Test number
    690632100812
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated all 4 (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail112,298 miles (+3,716)1 dangerous6 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,298 miles
    Test number
    301088729031
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass108,582 miles (+151)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    108,582 miles
    Test number
    903515574964
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail108,431 miles (+3,868)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,431 miles
    Test number
    509078537066
    • MajorAnti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn Both front saddle bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass104,563 miles (-5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    104,563 miles
    Test number
    271049337859
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail104,568 miles (+3,800)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,568 miles
    Test number
    399377299123
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass100,768 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    100,768 miles
    Test number
    123776730664
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Fail100,765 miles (+2,689)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,765 miles
    Test number
    129798418135
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Pass98,076 miles (+3,355)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    98,076 miles
    Test number
    779476550134
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass94,721 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    94,721 miles
    Test number
    289689558884
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre wearing on inner edge
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Fail94,721 miles (+3,535)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,721 miles
    Test number
    912651663333
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre wearing on inner edge
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  12. Pass91,186 miles (+30)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    91,186 miles
    Test number
    507843642252
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  13. Fail91,156 miles (+3,850)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,156 miles
    Test number
    420147069195
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  14. Pass87,306 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    87,306 miles
    Test number
    516184820513
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre wearing unevenly on inner edge

  15. Fail87,303 miles (+2,559)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,303 miles
    Test number
    625574039322
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre wearing unevenly on inner edge.

  16. Pass84,744 miles (+2,479)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    84,744 miles
    Test number
    220264164371
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  17. Pass82,265 miles (+5,098)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    82,265 miles
    Test number
    339265125282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass77,167 miles (+4,220)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    77,167 miles
    Test number
    487574344255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass72,947 miles (+5,041)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    72,947 miles
    Test number
    307605553231
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteWipers smear

  20. Pass67,906 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    67,906 miles
    Test number
    109207742246
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  21. Fail67,906 miles (+5,574)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,906 miles
    Test number
    449317842275
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  22. Pass62,332 miles (+4,177)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    62,332 miles
    Test number
    316379941269
    • NoteFront wipers smearing

  23. Pass58,155 miles (+3,658)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    58,155 miles
    Test number
    373013460227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass54,497 miles (+4,263)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    54,497 miles
    Test number
    281772659269
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass50,234 miles (+3,629)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    50,234 miles
    Test number
    172951068267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass46,605 miles (+5,776)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    46,605 miles
    Test number
    424615157230
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  27. Pass40,829 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    40,829 miles
    Test number
    772074656259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail40,829 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,829 miles
    Test number
    801204056255
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Questions about S74 BWU

Does S74 BWU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S74 BWU is valid until 20 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on S74 BWU?
The MOT on S74 BWU is valid until 20 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S74 BWU done?
S74 BWU was recorded at 112,336 miles at its MOT on 21 Nov 2025, an average of 3,725 miles a year.
Has S74 BWU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S74 BWU has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on S74 BWU ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 21 Sept 2022. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S74 BWU find?
S74 BWU passed its latest MOT on 21 Nov 2025 with 3 advisories: brake hose slightly deteriorated all 4; offside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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