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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 2,494 cc

S773 GPNMOT history

S773 GPN is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 1 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 22 Feb 2024 and it has passed 14 of 24 MOT tests, with 102,559 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Feb 2023.

S773 GPN blue 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 22 Feb 2024
Mileage
102,559 mi
At MOT on 21 Feb 2023
MOT tests
24
14 passed · 10 failed
Per year
1,606 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S773 GPN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Feb 2024
Latest MOT test
21 Feb 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

S773 GPN was last recorded at 102,559 miles on 21 Feb 2023, 3,549 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Feb 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
99,010 miles · 11 Feb 2022
Between the last two tests
3,549 miles
Average per year
1,606 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 102,559 miles
  • 2022 – 99,010 miles
  • 2021 – 95,236 miles
  • 2020 – 93,043 miles
  • 2019 – 91,602 miles
  • 2016 – 90,851 miles
  • 2015 – 89,616 miles
  • 2014 – 88,539 miles
  • 2013 – 86,807 miles
  • 2011 – 86,630 miles
  • 2009 – 86,561 miles
  • 2008 – 86,445 miles
  • 2007 – 84,721 miles
  • 2006 – 75,548 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass102,559 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rears (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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR BUSH

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON LIMIT HEAVILY WORN AND PERISHED

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON LIMIT HEAVILY WORN AND PERISHED ON INNER EDGE 225/50/16

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass102,559 miles (+3,549)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    102,559 miles
    Test number
    169301043393
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rears (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass99,010 miles (+7)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    99,010 miles
    Test number
    217365863452
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON LIMIT HEAVILY WORN AND PERISHED (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON LIMIT HEAVILY WORN AND PERISHED ON INNER EDGE 225/50/16 (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail99,003 miles (+3,767)2 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,003 miles
    Test number
    221660912537
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt inner joint (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON LIMIT HEAVILY WORN AND PERISHED (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON LIMIT HEAVILY WORN AND PERISHED ON INNER EDGE 225/50/16 (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass95,236 miles (+43)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    95,236 miles
    Test number
    255948130832
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Fail95,193 miles (+2,150)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,193 miles
    Test number
    832474383332
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorSteering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Pass93,043 miles (+1,441)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    93,043 miles
    Test number
    387460210973
    • AdvisoryOffside Front BRAKE HOSE NOT HELD IN PLACE RESECURED INTO GROMMET

  7. Pass91,602 miles (+2)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    91,602 miles
    Test number
    729151850675
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Reverse Light Not Working
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Fail91,600 miles (+749)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,600 miles
    Test number
    369678540026
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Reverse Light Not Working
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Pass90,851 miles (+1,235)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2017
    Odometer
    90,851 miles
    Test number
    192842762643

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass89,616 miles (+1,077)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    89,616 miles
    Test number
    616219295074
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass88,539 miles (+1,732)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    88,539 miles
    Test number
    897358114150
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass86,807 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    86,807 miles
    Test number
    516908273074
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  13. Fail86,805 miles (+175)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,805 miles
    Test number
    805994373000
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  14. Pass86,630 miles (+6)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    86,630 miles
    Test number
    135867521033
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail86,624 miles (+63)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,624 miles
    Test number
    155299811476
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail86,561 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,561 miles
    Test number
    122015769258
    • Repaired at testRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass86,561 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    86,561 miles
    Test number
    124915669227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail86,549 miles (+104)10 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,549 miles
    Test number
    880459989118
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  19. Pass86,445 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    86,445 miles
    Test number
    914917658163
    • AdvisoryRear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Fail86,440 miles (+1,719)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,440 miles
    Test number
    120626158133
    • FailureFront Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass84,721 miles (+20)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2008
    Odometer
    84,721 miles
    Test number
    482803227194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail84,701 miles (+9,153)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,701 miles
    Test number
    260012527186
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass75,548 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    75,548 miles
    Test number
    590359916119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail75,548 miles5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,548 miles
    Test number
    973728516185
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about S773 GPN

Does S773 GPN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S773 GPN expired on 22 Feb 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S773 GPN?
The MOT on S773 GPN expired on 22 Feb 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S773 GPN done?
S773 GPN was recorded at 102,559 miles at its MOT on 21 Feb 2023, an average of 1,606 miles a year.
Has S773 GPN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S773 GPN has failed 10 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on S773 GPN 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 S773 GPN find?
S773 GPN passed its latest MOT on 21 Feb 2023 with 2 advisories: nearside front service brake binding but not excessively; tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rears.

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