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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 2,793 cc

S789 ASUMOT history

S789 ASU is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 1 Jan 1999. Its MOT is valid until 3 Mar 2027 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 109,019 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Mar 2026.

S789 ASU black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 3 Mar 2027
Mileage
109,019 mi
At MOT on 4 Mar 2026
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,666 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S789 ASU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Jan 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S789 ASU was last recorded at 109,019 miles on 4 Mar 2026, 126 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
108,893 miles · 12 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
126 miles
Average per year
3,666 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 109,019 miles
  • 2025 – 108,893 miles
  • 2024 – 104,135 miles
  • 2023 – 99,968 miles
  • 2022 – 93,920 miles
  • 2021 – 88,259 miles
  • 2020 – 83,963 miles
  • 2019 – 80,393 miles
  • 2018 – 73,006 miles
  • 2017 – 67,473 miles
  • 2016 – 61,975 miles
  • 2015 – 55,705 miles
  • 2014 – 50,390 miles
  • 2013 – 46,199 miles
  • 2012 – 46,184 miles
  • 2011 – 45,880 miles
  • 2010 – 44,845 miles
  • 2009 – 42,392 miles
  • 2006 – 38,714 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass109,019 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower sound proofing material fouling propshaft
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.9mm (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.

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2009–2014

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault

    Major3 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

28 tests since 29 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass109,019 miles (+126)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    109,019 miles
    Test number
    504436935809
    • MinorNearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower sound proofing material fouling propshaft
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.9mm (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail108,893 miles (+4,758)4 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,893 miles
    Test number
    941991124972
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front propshaft fouling on soundproofing underneath vehicle
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass104,135 miles (+4,167)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    104,135 miles
    Test number
    250867686093
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened shock absorber casing corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking point corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass99,968 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    99,968 miles
    Test number
    214183585281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail99,967 miles (+6,047)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,967 miles
    Test number
    538142305359
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorCentral Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass93,920 miles (+5,661)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    93,920 miles
    Test number
    618056968984
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Sound deadening rubbing on propshaft.

  7. Pass88,259 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    88,259 miles
    Test number
    432815258059
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Fail88,256 miles (+4,293)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,256 miles
    Test number
    402270082034
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass83,963 miles (+3,570)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    83,963 miles
    Test number
    850715489469
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corroded

  10. Pass80,393 miles (+2)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    80,393 miles
    Test number
    997786609108
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySteering rack slight play

  11. Fail80,391 miles (+7,385)4 major12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,391 miles
    Test number
    302033914546
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryDrive belt worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySteering rack slight play

  12. Pass73,006 miles (+5,533)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    73,006 miles
    Test number
    253373034813
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Pass67,473 miles (+5,498)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    67,473 miles
    Test number
    745734371047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass61,975 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    61,975 miles
    Test number
    443222904970
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail61,973 miles (+6,268)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,973 miles
    Test number
    369262091282
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass55,705 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    55,705 miles
    Test number
    110939645389

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail55,705 miles (+5,315)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,705 miles
    Test number
    862533029989
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

  18. Fail50,390 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,390 miles
    Test number
    309681024382
    • Repaired at testSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  19. Pass50,390 miles (+4,191)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    50,390 miles
    Test number
    469891924426
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  20. Pass46,199 miles5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    46,199 miles
    Test number
    129641233333
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre cracked and perished
    • NoteOffside rear tyre cracked and perished

  21. Fail46,199 miles (+15)6 failures5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,199 miles
    Test number
    378889913383
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front 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)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre cracked and perished
    • NoteOffside rear tyre cracked and perished

  22. Pass46,184 miles (+304)5 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    46,184 miles
    Test number
    748673972124
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteGeneral corrosion on all suspension parts
    • NoteNearside front tyre perished
    • NoteOffside front tyre perished

  23. Pass45,880 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2012
    Odometer
    45,880 miles
    Test number
    567806611189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail45,874 miles (+1,029)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,874 miles
    Test number
    189886711135
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  25. Pass44,845 miles (+2,453)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2011
    Odometer
    44,845 miles
    Test number
    451146610114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass42,392 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2010
    Odometer
    42,392 miles
    Test number
    423228329111
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  27. Fail42,386 miles (+3,672)7 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,386 miles
    Test number
    554729319137
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureBody insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteRear number plate poor condition

  28. Pass38,714 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    38,714 miles
    Test number
    333403866347
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Questions about S789 ASU

Does S789 ASU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S789 ASU is valid until 3 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on S789 ASU?
The MOT on S789 ASU is valid until 3 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S789 ASU done?
S789 ASU was recorded at 109,019 miles at its MOT on 4 Mar 2026, an average of 3,666 miles a year.
Has S789 ASU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S789 ASU has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on S789 ASU 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 S789 ASU find?
S789 ASU passed its latest MOT on 4 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: nearside rear outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; central front lower sound proofing material fouling propshaft; nearside front shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded, and 2 more.

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