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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 2,494 cc

S794 MLNMOT history

S794 MLN is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 12 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 15 Jun 2023 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 193,758 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jun 2022.

S794 MLN blue 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 15 Jun 2023
Mileage
193,758 mi
At MOT on 16 Jun 2022
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,498 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S794 MLN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
12 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Jun 2023
Latest MOT test
16 Jun 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

S794 MLN was last recorded at 193,758 miles on 16 Jun 2022, 6,236 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Jan 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
187,522 miles · 27 Jan 2021
Between the last two tests
6,236 miles
Average per year
6,498 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 193,758 miles
  • 2021 – 187,522 miles
  • 2020 – 183,114 miles
  • 2019 – 174,844 miles
  • 2018 – 167,573 miles
  • 2017 – 161,269 miles
  • 2016 – 157,835 miles
  • 2014 – 151,620 miles
  • 2013 – 147,420 miles
  • 2012 – 145,215 miles
  • 2011 – 140,127 miles
  • 2010 – 129,896 miles
  • 2009 – 119,634 miles
  • 2008 – 112,549 miles
  • 2007 – 105,317 miles
  • 2006 – 95,979 miles
  • 2005 – 86,135 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass193,758 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2018

  • Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

Full MOT history

22 tests since 23 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass193,758 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    193,758 miles
    Test number
    389607949043
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Fail193,758 miles (+6,236)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,758 miles
    Test number
    356127301451
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass187,522 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    187,522 miles
    Test number
    595738485826

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail187,522 miles (+4,408)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,522 miles
    Test number
    703034273955
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

  5. Pass183,114 miles (+8,270)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    183,114 miles
    Test number
    456573236030
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass174,844 miles (+7,271)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    174,844 miles
    Test number
    759857533345

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass167,573 miles (+6,304)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    167,573 miles
    Test number
    327851861911
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  8. Pass161,269 miles (+3,434)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    161,269 miles
    Test number
    606603491485

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass157,835 miles (+6,215)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    157,835 miles
    Test number
    469902102320

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass151,620 miles (+4,200)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    151,620 miles
    Test number
    506922744337
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Pass147,420 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    147,420 miles
    Test number
    359365543339
    • AdvisorySuspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  12. Fail147,420 miles (+2,205)4 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,420 miles
    Test number
    538320243354
    • FailureBrake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOsf inner wing guard insucure
    • NoteOsr shock cover insucure

  13. Pass145,215 miles (+5,088)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    145,215 miles
    Test number
    298377142300
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteAir con belt cracking
    • NoteBoth front tyres cracking

  14. Pass140,127 miles (+10,231)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    140,127 miles
    Test number
    307188691492
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass129,896 miles (+10,262)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    129,896 miles
    Test number
    723848220363

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass119,634 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    119,634 miles
    Test number
    654923449387

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail119,634 miles (+7,085)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,634 miles
    Test number
    392762149395
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass112,549 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    112,549 miles
    Test number
    112352818324
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Fail112,548 miles (+7,231)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,548 miles
    Test number
    550621718339
    • FailureDirection indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureSide repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureSuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Pass105,317 miles (+9,338)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    105,317 miles
    Test number
    754477027395

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass95,979 miles (+9,844)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    95,979 miles
    Test number
    381061636390

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass86,135 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    86,135 miles
    Test number
    922607225393

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S794 MLN

Does S794 MLN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S794 MLN expired on 15 Jun 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S794 MLN?
The MOT on S794 MLN expired on 15 Jun 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S794 MLN done?
S794 MLN was recorded at 193,758 miles at its MOT on 16 Jun 2022, an average of 6,498 miles a year.
Has S794 MLN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S794 MLN has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jun 2022.
Has the mileage on S794 MLN 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 S794 MLN find?
S794 MLN passed its latest MOT on 16 Jun 2022 with 2 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch.

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