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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 1998 · 1,895 cc

S783 HCGMOT history

S783 HCG is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 31 Dec 1998. Its MOT is valid until 25 Mar 2027 and it has passed 21 of 30 MOT tests, with 120,218 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Mar 2026.

S783 HCG silver BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 25 Mar 2027
Mileage
120,218 mi
At MOT on 26 Mar 2026
MOT tests
30
21 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,375 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S783 HCG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
31 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S783 HCG was last recorded at 120,218 miles on 26 Mar 2026, 4,004 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
116,214 miles · 4 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
4,004 miles
Average per year
3,375 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 120,218 miles
  • 2025 – 116,214 miles
  • 2024 – 115,866 miles
  • 2023 – 106,232 miles
  • 2022 – 103,092 miles
  • 2021 – 100,051 miles
  • 2020 – 97,619 miles
  • 2019 – 95,257 miles
  • 2018 – 92,230 miles
  • 2017 – 88,753 miles
  • 2016 – 86,797 miles
  • 2015 – 86,203 miles
  • 2014 – 85,970 miles
  • 2013 – 85,613 miles
  • 2012 – 85,091 miles
  • 2011 – 84,601 miles
  • 2010 – 79,539 miles
  • 2009 – 71,684 miles
  • 2008 – 68,992 miles
  • 2007 – 62,433 miles
  • 2006 – 57,897 miles
  • 2005 – 51,582 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass120,218 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020

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, 2023–2024

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2015–2017

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

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass120,218 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    120,218 miles
    Test number
    471430669123
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail120,217 miles (+4,003)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,217 miles
    Test number
    231300317181
    • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass116,214 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    116,214 miles
    Test number
    192005980921
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside & Offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail116,212 miles (+346)11 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,212 miles
    Test number
    508561099609
    • 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))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low will not adjust (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low will not adjust (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail115,866 miles (+9,627)16 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,866 miles
    Test number
    794753393989
    • 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))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass106,239 miles (+7)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    106,239 miles
    Test number
    775942766245
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail106,232 miles (+3,140)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,232 miles
    Test number
    584620963025
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass103,092 miles (+3,041)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    103,092 miles
    Test number
    792229833876
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront anti roll bar mounting modified and welded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil to limit (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle bushes worn

  9. Pass100,051 miles (+2,432)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    100,051 miles
    Test number
    249506471327
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle bushes worn

  10. Pass97,619 miles (+2)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    97,619 miles
    Test number
    644552681962
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear axle bush slightly deteriorating
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear axle bush slightly deteriorating
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear differential bush slightly deteriorated

  11. Fail97,617 miles (+2,360)1 dangerous1 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,617 miles
    Test number
    903370429759
    • DangerousOffside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear axle bush slightly deteriorating
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear axle bush slightly deteriorating
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear differential bush slightly deteriorated

  12. Pass95,257 miles (+3,027)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    95,257 miles
    Test number
    205342282066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass92,230 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    92,230 miles
    Test number
    409255209370

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail92,228 miles (+3,475)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,228 miles
    Test number
    760364756758
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) missing (1.1.13 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  15. Pass88,753 miles (+84)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    88,753 miles
    Test number
    493792597177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail88,669 miles (+1,872)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,669 miles
    Test number
    287816888989
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

  17. Pass86,797 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    86,797 miles
    Test number
    690267998822
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint both (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Fail86,797 miles (+594)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,797 miles
    Test number
    554082836636
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint both (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Pass86,203 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    86,203 miles
    Test number
    365721022332
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  20. Fail86,203 miles (+233)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,203 miles
    Test number
    178625018444
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  21. Pass85,970 miles (+357)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    85,970 miles
    Test number
    985563504382
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  22. Pass85,613 miles (+522)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    85,613 miles
    Test number
    547632723351

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass85,091 miles (+490)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    85,091 miles
    Test number
    355888612381

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass84,601 miles (+5,062)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    84,601 miles
    Test number
    406567721440

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass79,539 miles (+7,855)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    79,539 miles
    Test number
    461825110392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass71,684 miles (+2,692)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    71,684 miles
    Test number
    910730519360
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  27. Pass68,992 miles (+6,559)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    68,992 miles
    Test number
    280438508394
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  28. Pass62,433 miles (+4,536)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    62,433 miles
    Test number
    924492607300

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass57,897 miles (+6,315)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    57,897 miles
    Test number
    910586326305

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass51,582 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    51,582 miles
    Test number
    892538225387

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S783 HCG

Does S783 HCG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S783 HCG is valid until 25 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on S783 HCG?
The MOT on S783 HCG is valid until 25 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S783 HCG done?
S783 HCG was recorded at 120,218 miles at its MOT on 26 Mar 2026, an average of 3,375 miles a year.
Has S783 HCG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S783 HCG has failed 9 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on S783 HCG 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 S783 HCG find?
S783 HCG passed its latest MOT on 26 Mar 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; oil leak, but not excessive.

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