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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 1998 · 2,793 cc

S754 LKHMOT history

S754 LKH is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 1 Sept 1998. Its MOT expired on 23 Aug 2025 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 165,630 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Aug 2024.

S754 LKH silver BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 23 Aug 2025
Mileage
165,630 mi
At MOT on 24 Aug 2024
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,128 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S754 LKH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Sept 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Aug 2025
Latest MOT test
24 Aug 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

S754 LKH was last recorded at 165,630 miles on 24 Aug 2024, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
165,630 miles · 21 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,128 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 165,630 miles
  • 2023 – 155,828 miles
  • 2022 – 145,402 miles
  • 2021 – 141,994 miles
  • 2020 – 140,933 miles
  • 2019 – 134,772 miles
  • 2018 – 132,187 miles
  • 2017 – 126,489 miles
  • 2015 – 121,301 miles
  • 2013 – 117,328 miles
  • 2012 – 115,794 miles
  • 2010 – 110,444 miles
  • 2008 – 105,228 miles
  • 2007 – 104,010 miles
  • 2006 – 99,007 miles
  • 2005 – 87,756 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass165,630 miles
  • MinorOffside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced various areas (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2018

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2022

Full MOT history

24 tests since 13 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass165,630 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    165,630 miles
    Test number
    236261368171
    • MinorOffside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced various areas (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  2. Fail165,630 miles (+9,802)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,630 miles
    Test number
    853340065295
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed All Emissions readings way in excess of default limits (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MinorOffside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced various areas (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  3. Pass155,828 miles (+10,426)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    155,828 miles
    Test number
    102021694993
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear seats & seatbelts not fitted at time of test
  4. Pass145,402 miles (+31)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    145,402 miles
    Test number
    533230734909
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  5. Fail145,371 miles (+3,377)7 major2 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,371 miles
    Test number
    457192633389
    • 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))
    • MajorFront Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak both (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
  6. Pass141,994 miles (+46)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    141,994 miles
    Test number
    931216463863
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Screen Cracked (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coolant Leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Hydraulic leak, but not excessive Slight Steering Fluid Leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  7. Fail141,948 miles (+1,015)4 dangerous3 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,948 miles
    Test number
    403115015503
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake hose damaged and likely to fail Touching Driveshaft (1.1.12 (a))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture Touching Chassis (1.1.11 (a))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake hose damaged and likely to fail Touching Driveshaft (1.1.12 (a))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture Touching Chassis (1.1.11 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Screen Cracked (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coolant Leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Hydraulic leak, but not excessive Slight Steering Fluid Leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  8. Pass140,933 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    140,933 miles
    Test number
    165627234035
    • AdvisoryNearside Front seat belt slow to return to reel
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySmall leak of power steering fluid from rack area
    • AdvisorySome movement in steering wheel
  9. Fail140,933 miles (+90)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,933 miles
    Test number
    761495361170
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front seat belt slow to return to reel
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySmall leak of power steering fluid from rack area
    • AdvisorySome movement in steering wheel
  10. Fail140,843 miles (+6,071)1 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,843 miles
    Test number
    523293587587
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust heatshield damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside headlamp lens has a build up of condensation
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component Rack/gaiter (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  11. Pass134,772 miles (+2,585)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    134,772 miles
    Test number
    772651345044
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside headlamp lens has a build up of condensation
  12. Pass132,187 miles (+5,698)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    132,187 miles
    Test number
    408785621450
    • Advisory(all) rear bushes perished
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryGeneral under body corrosion
  13. Pass126,489 miles (+5,188)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    126,489 miles
    Test number
    735906540919
    • AdvisorySlight play in rack ends
  14. Pass121,301 miles (+3,973)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    121,301 miles
    Test number
    379243019239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass117,328 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    117,328 miles
    Test number
    856085653161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail117,328 miles (+1,534)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,328 miles
    Test number
    976771653137
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tie bar/rod severely distorted (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • FailureRear registration plate missing (6.3.1a)
  17. Pass115,794 miles (+6)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    115,794 miles
    Test number
    738825452040
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteN/s/f pads are low
    • NotePower steering pipes are moist around the pump
    • NoteRear suspension bushes have slight play
  18. Fail115,788 miles (+5,344)7 failures2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,788 miles
    Test number
    116302452431
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • 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)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteBoth front wishbone inner bushes are worn
    • NoteN/s/f pads are low
    • NotePower steering pipes are moist around the pump
    • NoteRear suspension bushes have slight play
  19. Pass110,444 miles (+5,216)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    110,444 miles
    Test number
    312281790140
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  20. Pass105,228 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    105,228 miles
    Test number
    433109518248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail105,228 miles (+1,218)5 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,228 miles
    Test number
    701888518266
    • DangerousAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • DangerousSteering system has a road wheel fouling a part of the vehicle (2.2.D.2a)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
  22. Pass104,010 miles (+5,003)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    104,010 miles
    Test number
    452777427249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass99,007 miles (+11,251)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    99,007 miles
    Test number
    962873626214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass87,756 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    87,756 miles
    Test number
    290906885296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S754 LKH

Does S754 LKH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S754 LKH expired on 23 Aug 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S754 LKH?
The MOT on S754 LKH expired on 23 Aug 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S754 LKH done?
S754 LKH was recorded at 165,630 miles at its MOT on 24 Aug 2024, an average of 4,128 miles a year.
Has S754 LKH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S754 LKH has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on S754 LKH 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 S754 LKH find?
S754 LKH passed its latest MOT on 24 Aug 2024 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: offside lower windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; parking brake efficiency only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.; vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced various areas.

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