
BMW M3
Red · Petrol · 1999 · 3,201 cc
S79 CUYMOT history
S79 CUY is a red petrol BMW M3 first used on 8 Jan 1999. Its MOT is valid until 21 Oct 2027 and it has passed 19 of 34 MOT tests, with 76,563 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Oct 2026.

- MOT
- Valid
- Until 21 Oct 2027
- Mileage
- 76,563 mi
- At MOT on 22 Oct 2026
- MOT tests
- 34
- 19 passed · 15 failed
- Per year
- 1,077 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- S79 CUY
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- BMW
- Model
- M3
- Colour
- Red
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 3,201 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 1999
- First used
- 8 Jan 1999
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 21 Oct 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 22 Oct 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
S79 CUY was last recorded at 76,563 miles on 22 Oct 2026, 44 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Jun 2026.
- Previous MOT
- 76,519 miles · 15 Jun 2026
- Between the last two tests
- 44 miles
- Average per year
- 1,077 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 76,563 miles
- 2025 – 76,502 miles
- 2024 – 76,268 miles
- 2023 – 76,026 miles
- 2022 – 75,857 miles
- 2021 – 75,514 miles
- 2020 – 74,907 miles
- 2019 – 74,374 miles
- 2018 – 73,760 miles
- 2017 – 73,386 miles
- 2016 – 72,572 miles
- 2015 – 71,248 miles
- 2014 – 70,065 miles
- 2013 – 68,855 miles
- 2011 – 67,604 miles
- 2010 – 66,201 miles
- 2009 – 64,477 miles
- 2008 – 62,635 miles
- 2007 – 60,021 miles
- 2006 – 54,740 miles
What the latest MOT found
No defects or advisories were recorded.
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.
Oil leak, but not excessive
Advisory8 MOTs, 2019–2026
Power steering component has slight seepage from a component
Advisory4 MOTs, 2024–2026
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
Failure4 MOTs, 2014–2017
Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2016
Under body and suspension corroded
Advisory2 MOTs, 2025–2026
Vehicle coated in underseal
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Full MOT history
34 tests since 20 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass76,563 miles (+44)
- MOT expiry
- 21 Oct 2027
- Odometer
- 76,563 miles
- Test number
- 951564397429
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail76,519 miles (+17)3 major4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 76,519 miles
- Test number
- 486532044583
- MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
- MajorFuel pipe leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
- MajorOffside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill holed x2 (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front steering arm play
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
- AdvisoryUnder body and suspension corroded
Fail76,502 miles (+234)2 major7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 76,502 miles
- Test number
- 485080169724
- MajorFuel hose leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Floor at axle mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also perished (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
- AdvisoryUnder body and suspension corroded
Pass76,268 miles (+5)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 20 Aug 2025
- Odometer
- 76,268 miles
- Test number
- 621746612036
- AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
- AdvisoryVehicle coated in underseal
Fail76,263 miles (+237)3 major2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 76,263 miles
- Test number
- 712320137341
- MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
- MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
- MajorNearside Front Direction indicator missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
- AdvisoryVehicle coated in underseal
Pass76,026 miles (+169)
- MOT expiry
- 20 Aug 2024
- Odometer
- 76,026 miles
- Test number
- 114288756965
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass75,857 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 15 Aug 2023
- Odometer
- 75,857 miles
- Test number
- 847811183540
- AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
- AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive weld repairs have been sealed (7.1.1 (a) (i))
Fail75,847 miles (+333)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 75,847 miles
- Test number
- 297186693881
- DangerousFuel tank exhaust shield missing where fitted as original equipment creating a risk of fire (6.1.3 (e))
- MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
- MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
- AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive weld repairs have been sealed (7.1.1 (a) (i))
Pass75,514 miles (+16)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 15 Aug 2022
- Odometer
- 75,514 miles
- Test number
- 580766816399
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Fail75,498 miles (+591)1 dangerous5 major1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 75,498 miles
- Test number
- 713314294662
- DangerousFuel tank exhaust shield missing where fitted as original equipment creating a risk of fire (6.1.3 (e))
- MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively twisted and insecure (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
- MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass74,907 miles (+9)1 minor2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 6 Aug 2021
- Odometer
- 74,907 miles
- Test number
- 377465530477
- MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisorySuspension component mounting repair covered in underseal various (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Fail74,898 miles (+524)1 dangerous1 major1 minor2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 74,898 miles
- Test number
- 105482731300
- DangerousOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
- MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
- MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisorySuspension component mounting repair covered in underseal various (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Pass74,374 miles (+9)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 30 Jul 2020
- Odometer
- 74,374 miles
- Test number
- 575357341057
- AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Fail74,365 miles (+605)1 dangerous6 major2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 74,365 miles
- Test number
- 594348352834
- DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm and series of cuts on tread (5.2.3 (e))
- MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
- MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
- MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill and floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass73,760 miles (+16)6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 4 Jun 2019
- Odometer
- 73,760 miles
- Test number
- 317111977094
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect slight mist of oil. (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.2mm remaining on centre and worn/perished on outer edges. (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded power steering pipes on rack corroded. (2.1.5 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryUnder covers fitted.
Fail73,744 miles (+358)4 major7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 73,744 miles
- Test number
- 260060901176
- MajorEmissions not tested exhaust leak. (8.2.1.2 (d))
- MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour white light. (4.4.3 (a))
- MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible rear number plate deteriorated. (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust leak at front. (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect slight mist of oil. (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.2mm remaining on centre and worn/perished on outer edges. (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded power steering pipes on rack corroded. (2.1.5 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryUnder covers fitted.
Pass73,386 miles (+6)6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 28 May 2018
- Odometer
- 73,386 miles
- Test number
- 633161088284
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules Both rear hoses. (3.6.B.4e)
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2.5mm remaining. (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit Both front tyres wearing edges. (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryUndertrays fitted.
- AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front number plate cracked. Rear number plate slightly deteriorated. Both still readable. (6.3.1d)
Fail73,380 miles (+808)2 failures6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 73,380 miles
- Test number
- 987069604564
- FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
- FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules Both rear hoses. (3.6.B.4e)
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2.5mm remaining. (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit Both front tyres wearing edges. (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryUndertrays fitted.
- AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front number plate cracked. Rear number plate slightly deteriorated. Both still readable. (6.3.1d)
Pass72,572 miles (+53)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 15 May 2017
- Odometer
- 72,572 miles
- Test number
- 134624213608
- AdvisoryFront to rear fuel pipe corroded petrol tank straps corroded rear number plate poor
Fail72,519 miles (+1,271)8 failures2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 72,519 miles
- Test number
- 951469917904
- FailureDirection indicator incorrect colour Both front indicators white light. (1.4.A.2f)
- FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
- FailureFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement Both front suspension arm rear bushes. (2.4.G.2)
- FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance n/s/r stop light bulb dim. (1.2.1d)
- FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour o/s/f repeater light white light. (1.4.A.2f)
- FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- FailureRear position lamp(s) not working n/s/r outer tail light inop. (1.1.A.3b)
- FailureRear position lamp(s) not working o/s/r tail light inner inop. (1.1.A.3b)
- AdvisoryFront to rear fuel pipe corroded. Fuel tank straps corroded.
- AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
Pass71,248 miles (+3)4 advisories3 notes
- MOT expiry
- 23 Apr 2016
- Odometer
- 71,248 miles
- Test number
- 439574915159
- AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
- AdvisorySub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisorySuspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
- NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
- NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
- NoteOil leaks at engine and gearbox.both front brake backing plates rattle.
Fail71,245 miles (+1,180)5 failures4 advisories3 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 71,245 miles
- Test number
- 215274405169
- FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
- FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
- FailureNearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)
- FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
- FailureSuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
- AdvisorySub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisorySuspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
- NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
- NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
- NoteOil leaks at engine and gearbox.both front brake backing plates rattle.
Pass70,065 miles (+1)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 10 Apr 2015
- Odometer
- 70,065 miles
- Test number
- 588221304139
- AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
- AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
Fail70,064 miles (+1,209)2 failures2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 70,064 miles
- Test number
- 697253294087
- FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
- FailureNearside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
- AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
Pass68,855 miles (+1,251)1 advisory1 note
- MOT expiry
- 29 Mar 2014
- Odometer
- 68,855 miles
- Test number
- 179459983054
- AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- NoteOil leak
Pass67,604 miles (+1,403)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 4 Nov 2012
- Odometer
- 67,604 miles
- Test number
- 555199201388
- AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
- AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
Pass66,201 miles (+1,724)
- MOT expiry
- 16 Sept 2011
- Odometer
- 66,201 miles
- Test number
- 870213750263
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass64,477 miles (+4)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 16 Sept 2010
- Odometer
- 64,477 miles
- Test number
- 333942549242
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
Fail64,473 miles (+1,838)1 failure3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 64,473 miles
- Test number
- 203417139204
- FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
Pass62,635 miles (+2,614)
- MOT expiry
- 16 Sept 2009
- Odometer
- 62,635 miles
- Test number
- 803778838291
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass60,021 miles
- MOT expiry
- 16 Sept 2008
- Odometer
- 60,021 miles
- Test number
- 304870767200
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail60,021 miles (+5,281)2 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 60,021 miles
- Test number
- 620970267247
- Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
- Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
Pass54,740 miles
- MOT expiry
- 19 Jul 2007
- Odometer
- 54,740 miles
- Test number
- 640141306250
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail54,740 miles4 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 54,740 miles
- Test number
- 822491006255
- FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- FailureNearside Outer Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- FailureOffside Outer Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Questions about S79 CUY
- Does S79 CUY currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S79 CUY is valid until 21 Oct 2027.
- When is the MOT due on S79 CUY?
- The MOT on S79 CUY is valid until 21 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has S79 CUY done?
- S79 CUY was recorded at 76,563 miles at its MOT on 22 Oct 2026, an average of 1,077 miles a year.
- Has S79 CUY ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. S79 CUY has failed 15 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Jun 2026.
- Has the mileage on S79 CUY 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 S79 CUY find?
- S79 CUY passed its latest MOT on 22 Oct 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.
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