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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 2,793 cc

S805 MGMMOT history

S805 MGM is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 15 Aug 1998. Its MOT is valid until 11 Jun 2027 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 161,710 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Jun 2026.

S805 MGM blue BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 11 Jun 2027
Mileage
161,710 mi
At MOT on 10 Jun 2026
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,574 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S805 MGM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
15 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S805 MGM was last recorded at 161,710 miles on 10 Jun 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
161,708 miles · 8 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
4,574 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 161,710 miles
  • 2025 – 161,017 miles
  • 2023 – 160,692 miles
  • 2022 – 160,560 miles
  • 2020 – 160,542 miles
  • 2019 – 160,016 miles
  • 2014 – 159,530 miles
  • 2013 – 154,138 miles
  • 2012 – 138,569 miles
  • 2011 – 119,940 miles
  • 2010 – 105,729 miles
  • 2009 – 97,217 miles
  • 2008 – 83,313 miles
  • 2007 – 75,786 miles
  • 2006 – 69,175 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass161,710 miles
  • MinorFront Position lamp incorrect colour both sides (4.2.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working High level (4.3.1 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (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.

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2025

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2010

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2010

  • Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass161,710 miles (+2)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    161,710 miles
    Test number
    738458161573
    • MinorFront Position lamp incorrect colour both sides (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working High level (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (e))

  2. Fail161,708 miles (+691)8 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,708 miles
    Test number
    356265341829
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed no Catalytic converter fitted (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorFront Position lamp incorrect colour both sides (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working High level (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (e))

  3. Pass161,017 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    161,017 miles
    Test number
    969712118653
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Fail161,017 miles (+325)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,017 miles
    Test number
    423884302875
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass160,692 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    160,692 miles
    Test number
    813921524454
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Fail160,689 miles (+129)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,689 miles
    Test number
    461941315491
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  7. Pass160,560 miles (+18)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    160,560 miles
    Test number
    225814379207
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Pass160,542 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    160,542 miles
    Test number
    674905044924
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  9. Fail160,542 miles (+526)1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,542 miles
    Test number
    980075799798
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  10. Pass160,016 miles (+486)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    160,016 miles
    Test number
    310409064722
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  11. Pass159,530 miles (+5,392)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    159,530 miles
    Test number
    798847394179
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.7.5c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.7.5c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  12. Pass154,138 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    154,138 miles
    Test number
    885023983198
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Fail154,134 miles (+15,565)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,134 miles
    Test number
    808343783129
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass138,569 miles (+38)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    138,569 miles
    Test number
    827432292137
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  15. Fail138,531 miles (+18,591)10 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,531 miles
    Test number
    455570382182
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Macpherson strut modified and seriously weakened (2.4.A.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Macpherson strut modified and seriously weakened (2.4.A.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  16. Pass119,940 miles (+14,211)7 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    119,940 miles
    Test number
    619225071137
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBrake warning light on
    • NoteGrease around rear offside rear nearside inner hubs

  17. Pass105,729 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    105,729 miles
    Test number
    580327730247
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  18. Fail105,729 miles (+8,512)1 failure1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,729 miles
    Test number
    980376930230
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass97,217 miles (+2,698)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    97,217 miles
    Test number
    611520019229
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNearside front and rear and offside rear rubber jacking blocks missing.

  20. Pass94,519 miles (+11,206)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    94,519 miles
    Test number
    144051679043
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteNearside front tyres worn below limit on inner edge of tyre and wearing low on rest of tyre
    • NoteRear number plate is deteriorating
    • NoteWipers smearing when tested

  21. Pass83,313 miles (+7,527)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    83,313 miles
    Test number
    500225048039
    • NoteEngine top cover fitted
    • NoteEngine tray fitted

  22. Pass75,786 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    75,786 miles
    Test number
    912144767021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail75,783 miles (+6,608)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,783 miles
    Test number
    703911867013
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass69,175 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    69,175 miles
    Test number
    253516276065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S805 MGM

Does S805 MGM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S805 MGM is valid until 11 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on S805 MGM?
The MOT on S805 MGM is valid until 11 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S805 MGM done?
S805 MGM was recorded at 161,710 miles at its MOT on 10 Jun 2026, an average of 4,574 miles a year.
Has S805 MGM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S805 MGM has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on S805 MGM 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 S805 MGM find?
S805 MGM passed its latest MOT on 10 Jun 2026 with 2 minor defects and 4 advisories: front position lamp incorrect colour both sides; nearside rear position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; central rear stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working high level, and 3 more.

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