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BMW 3 Series

Gold · Petrol · 2001 · 2,171 cc

S7 BMOMOT history

S7 BMO is a gold petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 2 Aug 2001. Its MOT is valid until 15 Apr 2027 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 89,536 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Apr 2026.

S7 BMO gold 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 15 Apr 2027
Mileage
89,536 mi
At MOT on 16 Apr 2026
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,945 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S7 BMO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Gold
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,171 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
2 Aug 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S7 BMO was last recorded at 89,536 miles on 16 Apr 2026, 1,711 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
87,825 miles · 2 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
1,711 miles
Average per year
2,945 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 89,536 miles
  • 2025 – 87,825 miles
  • 2024 – 83,965 miles
  • 2023 – 81,550 miles
  • 2021 – 80,979 miles
  • 2019 – 80,973 miles
  • 2018 – 80,966 miles
  • 2017 – 80,908 miles
  • 2016 – 80,573 miles
  • 2015 – 80,470 miles
  • 2014 – 80,136 miles
  • 2013 – 79,985 miles
  • 2012 – 79,639 miles
  • 2011 – 69,030 miles
  • 2010 – 63,930 miles
  • 2009 – 56,884 miles
  • 2008 – 49,906 miles
  • 2007 – 43,999 miles
  • 2006 – 31,683 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,536 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

25 tests since 24 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass89,536 miles (+1,711)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    89,536 miles
    Test number
    964376113408

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass87,825 miles (+3,860)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    87,825 miles
    Test number
    280317136636

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass83,965 miles (+2,415)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    83,965 miles
    Test number
    251225328512

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass81,550 miles (+571)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    81,550 miles
    Test number
    283843661890

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass80,979 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    80,979 miles
    Test number
    515119753825

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass80,973 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    80,973 miles
    Test number
    474950396999

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass80,966 miles (+58)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    80,966 miles
    Test number
    443222126561
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not in excess deep enough to reach ply or cord
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass80,908 miles (+335)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    80,908 miles
    Test number
    320621223045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass80,573 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    80,573 miles
    Test number
    541685219054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail80,573 miles (+103)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,573 miles
    Test number
    676560568311
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  11. Pass80,470 miles (+334)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    80,470 miles
    Test number
    778063485187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass80,136 miles (+151)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    80,136 miles
    Test number
    318294184183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass79,985 miles (+346)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    79,985 miles
    Test number
    885173883193
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  14. Pass79,639 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    79,639 miles
    Test number
    225506462127
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  15. FailMileage not read4 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    578195662144
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  16. Pass69,030 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    69,030 miles
    Test number
    636618261171
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Fail69,030 miles (+5,100)4 failures2 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,030 miles
    Test number
    327748661185
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass63,930 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    63,930 miles
    Test number
    242180390188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail63,930 miles (+7,046)5 failures5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,930 miles
    Test number
    774117380145
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteADVISORY NEARSIDE FRONT TYRE INSIDE WALL SMALL SPLIT BUT NO CORD SHOWING

  20. Pass56,884 miles (+6,978)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    56,884 miles
    Test number
    584277369100
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  21. Pass49,906 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    49,906 miles
    Test number
    641752178162
    • NoteUnable to fully check outer sills plastic covers fitted

  22. Fail49,906 miles (+5,907)3 dangerous1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,906 miles
    Test number
    880102578142
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteUnable to fully check outer sills plastic covers fitted

  23. Fail43,999 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,999 miles
    Test number
    422956027210
    • Repaired at testBrake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testRear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  24. Pass43,999 miles (+12,316)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    43,999 miles
    Test number
    992676827291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass31,683 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    31,683 miles
    Test number
    324176536429

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S7 BMO

Does S7 BMO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S7 BMO is valid until 15 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on S7 BMO?
The MOT on S7 BMO is valid until 15 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S7 BMO done?
S7 BMO was recorded at 89,536 miles at its MOT on 16 Apr 2026, an average of 2,945 miles a year.
Has S7 BMO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S7 BMO has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Jul 2016.
Has the mileage on S7 BMO 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 S7 BMO find?
S7 BMO passed its latest MOT on 16 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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