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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 1998 · 2,793 cc

S797 NLPMOT history

S797 NLP is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 27 Nov 1998. Its MOT is valid until 25 Jun 2027 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 158,788 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Jun 2026.

S797 NLP 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 Jun 2027
Mileage
158,788 mi
At MOT on 26 Jun 2026
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,449 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S797 NLP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
27 Nov 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S797 NLP was last recorded at 158,788 miles on 26 Jun 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
158,788 miles · 19 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
5,449 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 158,788 miles
  • 2024 – 158,780 miles
  • 2023 – 158,747 miles
  • 2022 – 152,080 miles
  • 2021 – 148,471 miles
  • 2020 – 143,943 miles
  • 2019 – 140,579 miles
  • 2018 – 136,140 miles
  • 2017 – 130,719 miles
  • 2016 – 125,688 miles
  • 2015 – 120,262 miles
  • 2014 – 113,745 miles
  • 2013 – 107,844 miles
  • 2012 – 100,925 miles
  • 2011 – 95,210 miles
  • 2010 – 88,334 miles
  • 2009 – 79,867 miles
  • 2008 – 71,243 miles
  • 2007 – 62,437 miles
  • 2006 – 53,958 miles
  • 2005 – 46,176 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass158,788 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2008–2014

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2008–2014

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly twisted

    Minor3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2014

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers insecurely attached

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

29 tests since 25 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass158,788 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    158,788 miles
    Test number
    873962724365
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail158,788 miles (+8)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,788 miles
    Test number
    410891986918
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass158,780 miles (+27)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    158,780 miles
    Test number
    999202726893

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail158,753 miles (+6)2 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,753 miles
    Test number
    916655052267
    • DangerousNearside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting likely to become detached (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))

  5. Fail158,747 miles (+6,667)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,747 miles
    Test number
    855222237468
    • DangerousNearside Rear Upper Suspension component attachment bracket/mounting likely to become detached (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))

  6. Pass152,080 miles (+3,609)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    152,080 miles
    Test number
    698810396460
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Surface cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  7. Pass148,471 miles (+1)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    148,471 miles
    Test number
    868466389468
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

  8. Fail148,470 miles (+4,527)1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,470 miles
    Test number
    484867394472
    • MajorBoot lid cannot be secured in the closed position (6.2.1 (e))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

  9. Pass143,943 miles (+3,364)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    143,943 miles
    Test number
    319360376279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass140,579 miles (+4,439)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    140,579 miles
    Test number
    216673107146
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play inner (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play inner (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass136,140 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    136,140 miles
    Test number
    723195885844
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  12. Fail136,139 miles (+5,420)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,139 miles
    Test number
    164345301948
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake insecure Mount for brake flexi hose missing causing hose to foul. (1.1.21 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  13. Pass130,719 miles (+5,031)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    130,719 miles
    Test number
    837999877863
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 225/50r16 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 205/50r16. (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryUnable to inspect engine compartment fully due to engine covers fitted.

  14. Pass125,688 miles (+5,426)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    125,688 miles
    Test number
    190391050138
    • AdvisoryOffside & nearside rear metal brake pipes x 2 beginning to corrode.
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads approx 70-80% worn.

  15. Pass120,262 miles (+6,517)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    120,262 miles
    Test number
    219947103604
    • AdvisoryOffside & nearside rear metal brake pipes x 2 beginning to corrode !.

  16. Pass113,745 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    113,745 miles
    Test number
    905933994243
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Fail113,745 miles (+5,901)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,745 miles
    Test number
    679613994279
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

  18. Pass107,844 miles (+6,919)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    107,844 miles
    Test number
    388030883458
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteThere is light condensation inside the nearside headlight which is not affecting the headlamp aim.

  19. Pass100,925 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    100,925 miles
    Test number
    917573582281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail100,924 miles (+5,714)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,924 miles
    Test number
    586492982221
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Pass95,210 miles (+6,876)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    95,210 miles
    Test number
    397939361271
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

  22. Pass88,334 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    88,334 miles
    Test number
    343171870235
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteAdvise wheel alignment due to tyre wear
    • NoteSmall chip in front windscreen

  23. Fail88,334 miles (+8,467)1 failure6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,334 miles
    Test number
    401860070224
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteAdvise wheel alignment due to tyre wear
    • NoteSmall chip in front windscreen

  24. Pass79,867 miles (+8,624)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    79,867 miles
    Test number
    874922379223
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

  25. Pass71,243 miles (+8,806)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    71,243 miles
    Test number
    153473488201
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  26. Pass62,437 miles (+8,479)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    62,437 miles
    Test number
    153477997299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass53,958 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    53,958 miles
    Test number
    282437296276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail53,958 miles (+7,782)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,958 miles
    Test number
    180117296241
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  29. Pass46,176 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    46,176 miles
    Test number
    224738295297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S797 NLP

Does S797 NLP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S797 NLP is valid until 25 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on S797 NLP?
The MOT on S797 NLP is valid until 25 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S797 NLP done?
S797 NLP was recorded at 158,788 miles at its MOT on 26 Jun 2026, an average of 5,449 miles a year.
Has S797 NLP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S797 NLP has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on S797 NLP 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 S797 NLP find?
S797 NLP passed its latest MOT on 26 Jun 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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