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BMW 3 Series

Red · Petrol · 1998 · 1,895 cc

S774 MLUMOT history

S774 MLU is a red petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 30 Sept 1998. Its MOT expired on 14 Nov 2023 and it has passed 10 of 16 MOT tests, with 53,646 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Nov 2023.

S774 MLU red 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 14 Nov 2023
Mileage
53,646 mi
At MOT on 2 Nov 2023
MOT tests
16
10 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,737 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S774 MLU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
30 Sept 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Nov 2023
Latest MOT test
2 Nov 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

S774 MLU was last recorded at 53,646 miles on 2 Nov 2023, 1,506 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Nov 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
52,140 miles · 15 Nov 2022
Between the last two tests
1,506 miles
Average per year
2,737 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 53,646 miles
  • 2022 – 52,140 miles
  • 2021 – 50,561 miles
  • 2020 – 48,846 miles
  • 2019 – 47,271 miles
  • 2018 – 45,759 miles
  • 2017 – 44,056 miles
  • 2016 – 40,466 miles
  • 2015 – 36,481 miles
  • 2014 – 31,011 miles
  • 2013 – 26,186 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail53,646 miles
  • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousNearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Water ingress to both front head lamps

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

16 tests since 19 Oct 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail53,646 miles (+1,506)4 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,646 miles
    Test number
    300655978698
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass52,140 miles (+1,579)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    52,140 miles
    Test number
    661666370142
    • 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))

  3. Pass50,561 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    50,561 miles
    Test number
    185657625531
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Fail50,561 miles (+1,715)1 repaired2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,561 miles
    Test number
    403939627946
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass48,846 miles (+1,575)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    48,846 miles
    Test number
    408098085198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass47,271 miles (+1,512)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    47,271 miles
    Test number
    234814938936
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass45,759 miles (+1,703)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    45,759 miles
    Test number
    956175338326

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass44,056 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    44,056 miles
    Test number
    462815754703
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (1.7.5a)

  9. Fail44,056 miles (+3,590)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,056 miles
    Test number
    475491358273
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Outer Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (1.7.5a)

  10. Pass40,466 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    40,466 miles
    Test number
    878358918803

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail40,466 miles (+3,985)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,466 miles
    Test number
    325092059229
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  12. Pass36,481 miles (+8)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    36,481 miles
    Test number
    291858301463
    • AdvisoryWater ingress to both front head lamps

  13. Fail36,473 miles (+5,462)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,473 miles
    Test number
    267129820887
    • FailureFront Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint Both (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement Rear (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement Rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWater ingress to both front head lamps

  14. Pass31,011 miles (+4,825)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    31,011 miles
    Test number
    239853294250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass26,186 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    26,186 miles
    Test number
    885998393240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail26,175 miles9 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,175 miles
    Test number
    486092093227
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Questions about S774 MLU

Does S774 MLU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S774 MLU expired on 14 Nov 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S774 MLU?
The MOT on S774 MLU expired on 14 Nov 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S774 MLU done?
S774 MLU was recorded at 53,646 miles at its MOT on 2 Nov 2023, an average of 2,737 miles a year.
Has S774 MLU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S774 MLU has failed 6 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on S774 MLU 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 S774 MLU find?
S774 MLU failed its latest MOT on 2 Nov 2023 with 4 dangerous defects, 4 major defects and 1 advisory: front brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick; nearside rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened; offside rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened, and 6 more.

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