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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 2,494 cc

S773 ANUMOT history

S773 ANU is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 18 Jan 1999. Its MOT expired on 29 Sept 2024 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 173,078 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Sept 2023.

S773 ANU 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 29 Sept 2024
Mileage
173,078 mi
At MOT on 30 Sept 2023
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
682 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S773 ANU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
18 Jan 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Sept 2024
Latest MOT test
30 Sept 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

S773 ANU was last recorded at 173,078 miles on 30 Sept 2023, 4,061 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Mar 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 3 Sept 2007: 82,339 miles, lower than 161,441 miles on 8 Sept 2006.

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
169,017 miles · 30 Mar 2022
Between the last two tests
4,061 miles
Average per year
682 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 173,078 miles
  • 2022 – 169,017 miles
  • 2021 – 164,896 miles
  • 2020 – 160,997 miles
  • 2019 – 156,092 miles
  • 2018 – 150,783 miles
  • 2017 – 144,108 miles
  • 2016 – 136,838 miles
  • 2015 – 131,041 miles
  • 2014 – 120,250 miles
  • 2013 – 108,849 miles
  • 2012 – 101,177 miles
  • 2011 – 91,385 miles
  • 2009 – 88,800 miles
  • 2008 – 85,944 miles
  • 2007 – 82,339 miles
  • 2006 – 161,441 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass173,078 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.

  • Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2021

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

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

27 tests since 8 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass173,078 miles (+4,061)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    173,078 miles
    Test number
    883661891002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass169,017 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    169,017 miles
    Test number
    469470554280
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Fail169,017 miles (+4,121)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,017 miles
    Test number
    713577392316
    • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Pass164,896 miles (+4)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    164,896 miles
    Test number
    975543141472
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail164,892 miles (+3,895)9 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,892 miles
    Test number
    948308375100
    • MajorDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • 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 carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass160,997 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    160,997 miles
    Test number
    169228974790
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Fail160,994 miles (+4,902)7 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,994 miles
    Test number
    660699693473
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded Front to centre joint (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen materially affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • 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 carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Pass156,092 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    156,092 miles
    Test number
    880446288226
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Fail156,087 miles (+5,304)6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,087 miles
    Test number
    308207998853
    • MajorDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen materially affected by an obstruction sunstrip (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • 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 carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  10. Pass150,783 miles (+49)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    150,783 miles
    Test number
    284498559613
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion over front and rear wheel arches (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front to rears at front section (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

  11. Fail150,734 miles (+6,626)7 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,734 miles
    Test number
    318137906037
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases box split (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front to centre joint (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryJust passed on hand-brake test on 18 %

  12. Pass144,108 miles (+7,270)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    144,108 miles
    Test number
    590953467628
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  13. Pass136,838 miles (+5,797)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    136,838 miles
    Test number
    961708698864
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded both (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering pivot point has slight play both inner track arms (2.2.B.1g)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  14. Pass131,041 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    131,041 miles
    Test number
    946712965043
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Fail131,041 miles (+10,791)3 dangerous8 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,041 miles
    Test number
    667237645080
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureFront registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureRear registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass120,250 miles (+11,401)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    120,250 miles
    Test number
    308821834098
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront to rear brake pipes have slight corrotion

  17. Fail108,849 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,849 miles
    Test number
    249026733066
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pad(s) repaired, but not inappropriately (3.5.1n)

  18. Pass108,849 miles (+7,672)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    108,849 miles
    Test number
    429646533068
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pad(s) repaired, but not inappropriately (3.5.1n)

  19. Pass101,177 miles (+112)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    101,177 miles
    Test number
    148958522022
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  20. Fail101,065 miles (+9,680)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,065 miles
    Test number
    567669412031
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass91,385 miles (+2,585)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    91,385 miles
    Test number
    857580221037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass88,800 miles (+34)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    88,800 miles
    Test number
    964230009366

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail88,766 miles (+2,822)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,766 miles
    Test number
    881290389242
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  24. Pass85,944 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    85,944 miles
    Test number
    160015758270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail85,944 miles (+3,605)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,944 miles
    Test number
    804129348223
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

  26. Pass82,339 miles (-79,102)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    82,339 miles
    Test number
    700886847246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass161,441 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    161,441 miles
    Test number
    324151456210
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about S773 ANU

Does S773 ANU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S773 ANU expired on 29 Sept 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S773 ANU?
The MOT on S773 ANU expired on 29 Sept 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S773 ANU done?
S773 ANU was recorded at 173,078 miles at its MOT on 30 Sept 2023, an average of 682 miles a year.
Has S773 ANU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S773 ANU has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on S773 ANU ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 3 Sept 2007. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S773 ANU find?
S773 ANU passed its latest MOT on 30 Sept 2023 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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