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BMW 7 Series

Black · Petrol · 1998 · 4,398 cc

S790 FECMOT history

S790 FEC is a black petrol BMW 7 Series first used on 31 Dec 1998. Its MOT expired on 10 Jun 2026 and it has passed 14 of 17 MOT tests, with 139,601 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Jun 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 10 Jun 2026
Mileage
139,601 mi
At MOT on 11 Jun 2025
MOT tests
17
14 passed · 3 failed
Per year
2,634 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S790 FEC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
7 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,398 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
31 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Jun 2026
Latest MOT test
11 Jun 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S790 FEC was last recorded at 139,601 miles on 11 Jun 2025, 102 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Jun 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 23 Oct 2010: 113,826 miles, lower than 205,680 miles on 21 Oct 2009.
  • 18 Nov 2015: 148,045 miles, lower than 191,001 miles on 12 Sept 2014.
  • 14 Nov 2019: 124,560 miles, lower than 148,045 miles on 18 Nov 2015.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
139,499 miles · 3 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
102 miles
Average per year
2,634 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 139,601 miles
  • 2024 – 132,189 miles
  • 2023 – 129,127 miles
  • 2022 – 124,712 miles
  • 2021 – 124,677 miles
  • 2019 – 124,560 miles
  • 2015 – 148,045 miles
  • 2014 – 191,001 miles
  • 2013 – 118,983 miles
  • 2010 – 113,826 miles
  • 2009 – 205,680 miles
  • 2007 – 95,494 miles
  • 2006 – 90,377 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass139,601 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

17 tests since 2 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass139,601 miles (+102)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    139,601 miles
    Test number
    876338439276
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail139,499 miles (+7,310)7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,499 miles
    Test number
    161692563256
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass132,189 miles (+3,062)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    132,189 miles
    Test number
    316797398692
    • MinorTrack rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both front outer (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front lower (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass129,127 miles (+4,415)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2024
    Odometer
    129,127 miles
    Test number
    547737588233
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both Sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both Sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both Sides covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass124,712 miles (+35)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2023
    Odometer
    124,712 miles
    Test number
    288393002948

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass124,677 miles (+117)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    124,677 miles
    Test number
    961095518842

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass124,560 miles (-23,485)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    124,560 miles
    Test number
    768818087081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass148,045 miles (-42,956)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    148,045 miles
    Test number
    367707246338
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt drop link (2.4.G.2)

  9. Pass191,001 miles (+72,018)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    191,001 miles
    Test number
    855615254203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass118,983 miles (+5,157)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2014
    Odometer
    118,983 miles
    Test number
    849101233182
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Pass113,826 miles (-91,854)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    113,826 miles
    Test number
    520276290249
    • NoteAdvice both front discs slighty worn

  12. Pass205,680 miles1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    205,680 miles
    Test number
    684694199255
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteBoth fronts & near side rear tyres badly worn on inner edges
    • NoteBrake discs slightly corroded
    • NoteOff side rear lower shock absorber mounting perished
    • NoteOff side rear outer drive shaft gaitor slightly perished
    • NoteOff side rear, upper rear ball joint slight play

  13. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    152856678219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. FailMileage not read2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    381725978435
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  15. Pass95,494 miles (+5,117)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    95,494 miles
    Test number
    891999567252
    • NoteSlight play os & ns rear stub axle lower bushes.osf tyre on legal limit.

  16. Fail90,377 miles4 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,377 miles
    Test number
    363305176400
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteAdvise unable to check brake pipes due to covers
    • NoteAdvise unable to check steering underside due to cover

  17. Pass90,377 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    90,377 miles
    Test number
    591265576222
    • NoteAdvise unable to check brake pipes due to covers
    • NoteAdvise unable to check steering underside due to cover

Questions about S790 FEC

Does S790 FEC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S790 FEC expired on 10 Jun 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S790 FEC?
The MOT on S790 FEC expired on 10 Jun 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S790 FEC done?
S790 FEC was recorded at 139,601 miles at its MOT on 11 Jun 2025, an average of 2,634 miles a year.
Has S790 FEC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S790 FEC has failed 3 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on S790 FEC ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 3 times, first on 23 Oct 2010. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S790 FEC find?
S790 FEC passed its latest MOT on 11 Jun 2025 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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