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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 1998 · 2,494 cc

S779 CDVMOT history

S779 CDV is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 12 Nov 1998. Its MOT expired on 17 Apr 2025 and it has passed 14 of 18 MOT tests, with 93,478 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Apr 2024.

S779 CDV silver BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 17 Apr 2025
Mileage
93,478 mi
At MOT on 17 Apr 2024
MOT tests
18
14 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,731 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S779 CDV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
12 Nov 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Apr 2025
Latest MOT test
17 Apr 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

S779 CDV was last recorded at 93,478 miles on 17 Apr 2024, 2,794 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Apr 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
90,684 miles · 18 Apr 2023
Between the last two tests
2,794 miles
Average per year
1,731 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 93,478 miles
  • 2023 – 90,684 miles
  • 2020 – 90,548 miles
  • 2015 – 88,574 miles
  • 2014 – 84,999 miles
  • 2013 – 81,964 miles
  • 2012 – 78,648 miles
  • 2011 – 76,213 miles
  • 2010 – 74,122 miles
  • 2009 – 72,351 miles
  • 2008 – 69,995 miles
  • 2007 – 67,195 miles
  • 2006 – 65,181 miles
  • 2005 – 61,748 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass93,478 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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory11 MOTs, 2006–2015

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2009–2014

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2014

Full MOT history

18 tests since 17 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass93,478 miles (+2,794)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    93,478 miles
    Test number
    787175726040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass90,684 miles (+136)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    90,684 miles
    Test number
    466642869843

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass90,548 miles (+1,974)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    90,548 miles
    Test number
    795484692934
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll four brake discs corroded/pitted
    • AdvisoryPark brake application uneven, requires adjustment or repair

  4. Pass88,574 miles (+16)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    88,574 miles
    Test number
    206827344330
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside 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)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryInner steering rack joints slight free play
    • AdvisoryP.a.s noisy

  5. Fail88,558 miles (+3,559)1 failure8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,558 miles
    Test number
    376035832223
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded both front to rears (3.6.B.2c)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside 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)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryInner steering rack joints slight free play
    • AdvisoryP.a.s noisy

  6. Pass84,999 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    84,999 miles
    Test number
    216218334345
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Fail84,999 miles (+3,035)1 failure4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,999 miles
    Test number
    669038834335
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Pass81,964 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    81,964 miles
    Test number
    179314443312
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  9. Fail81,964 miles (+3,316)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,964 miles
    Test number
    315494943381
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  10. Pass78,648 miles (+2,435)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    78,648 miles
    Test number
    458248032381
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryInner Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  11. Pass76,213 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    76,213 miles
    Test number
    266359531341
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  12. Fail76,213 miles (+2,091)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,213 miles
    Test number
    168819831382
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  13. Pass74,122 miles (+1,771)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    74,122 miles
    Test number
    594154240383
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteFront number plate damaged
    • NoteNearside front tyre starting to wear on edges

  14. Pass72,351 miles (+2,356)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    72,351 miles
    Test number
    343656659380
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteFront exhaust bracket poor condition
    • NoteFront number plate damaged

  15. Pass69,995 miles (+2,800)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    69,995 miles
    Test number
    594297748317
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteFront number plate damaged

  16. Pass67,195 miles (+2,014)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    67,195 miles
    Test number
    574162157365
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteFront number plate damaged

  17. Pass65,181 miles (+3,433)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    65,181 miles
    Test number
    333949946338
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  18. Pass61,748 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    61,748 miles
    Test number
    213171255391

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S779 CDV

Does S779 CDV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S779 CDV expired on 17 Apr 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S779 CDV?
The MOT on S779 CDV expired on 17 Apr 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S779 CDV done?
S779 CDV was recorded at 93,478 miles at its MOT on 17 Apr 2024, an average of 1,731 miles a year.
Has S779 CDV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S779 CDV has failed 4 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Dec 2015.
Has the mileage on S779 CDV 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 S779 CDV find?
S779 CDV passed its latest MOT on 17 Apr 2024 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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