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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 1,795 cc

S812 FYGMOT history

S812 FYG is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 31 Dec 1998. Its MOT is valid until 27 Apr 2027 and it has passed 21 of 29 MOT tests, with 126,609 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Apr 2026.

S812 FYG blue BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 27 Apr 2027
Mileage
126,609 mi
At MOT on 28 Apr 2026
MOT tests
29
21 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,176 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S812 FYG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,795 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
31 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S812 FYG was last recorded at 126,609 miles on 28 Apr 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
126,609 miles · 21 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,176 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 126,609 miles
  • 2025 – 125,090 miles
  • 2024 – 122,552 miles
  • 2023 – 120,181 miles
  • 2022 – 118,332 miles
  • 2021 – 116,494 miles
  • 2020 – 114,536 miles
  • 2019 – 111,063 miles
  • 2018 – 108,997 miles
  • 2017 – 100,998 miles
  • 2016 – 96,276 miles
  • 2015 – 90,775 miles
  • 2014 – 87,657 miles
  • 2013 – 83,759 miles
  • 2012 – 81,848 miles
  • 2011 – 80,299 miles
  • 2010 – 78,715 miles
  • 2009 – 73,361 miles
  • 2008 – 72,089 miles
  • 2007 – 70,201 miles
  • 2006 – 64,046 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass126,609 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))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.

  • Light corrosion on undercarriage

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

29 tests since 8 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass126,609 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    126,609 miles
    Test number
    212833946057
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail126,609 miles (+1,519)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,609 miles
    Test number
    521601375501
    • DangerousOffside Rear Shock absorbers likely to become detached (5.3.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength siil (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass125,090 miles (+2,538)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    125,090 miles
    Test number
    634717079891

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass122,552 miles (+2,371)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    122,552 miles
    Test number
    755252487537
    • AdvisoryLight corrosion on undercarriage

  5. Pass120,181 miles (+1,849)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    120,181 miles
    Test number
    649323072204
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryLight corrosion on undercarriage

  6. Pass118,332 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    118,332 miles
    Test number
    887438516071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail118,332 miles (+1,838)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,332 miles
    Test number
    765363045128
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

  8. Pass116,494 miles (+1,958)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    116,494 miles
    Test number
    454058285418

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass114,536 miles (+3,473)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    114,536 miles
    Test number
    986377222914

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass111,063 miles (+2,066)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    111,063 miles
    Test number
    910396714408
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  11. Pass108,997 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    108,997 miles
    Test number
    695051143093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail108,993 miles (+7,995)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,993 miles
    Test number
    124703788004
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  13. Pass100,998 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    100,998 miles
    Test number
    721454225099
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of certain components.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Fail100,998 miles (+4,722)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,998 miles
    Test number
    434579302579
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of certain components.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass96,276 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    96,276 miles
    Test number
    579108224260
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Fail96,274 miles (+5,499)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,274 miles
    Test number
    221650875981
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre wear on inside edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering rack

  17. Pass90,775 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    90,775 miles
    Test number
    108613305245
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Fail90,773 miles (+3,116)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,773 miles
    Test number
    497602205212
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  19. Pass87,657 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    87,657 miles
    Test number
    118470324286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail87,657 miles (+3,898)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,657 miles
    Test number
    875640124223
    • Repaired at testDirection indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  21. Pass83,759 miles (+1,911)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    83,759 miles
    Test number
    367973103414

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass81,848 miles (+1,549)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    81,848 miles
    Test number
    519874292137
    • AdvisoryRear Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

  23. Pass80,299 miles (+1,584)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    80,299 miles
    Test number
    828368901289
    • AdvisoryFront suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

  24. Pass78,715 miles (+5,354)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    78,715 miles
    Test number
    491303340236
    • AdvisoryFront suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteExhaust heat sheld insecured

  25. Pass73,361 miles (+1,272)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    73,361 miles
    Test number
    434745729289
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  26. Pass72,089 miles (+1,888)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    72,089 miles
    Test number
    982421928263
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  27. Pass70,201 miles (+6,155)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    70,201 miles
    Test number
    353531027489

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass64,046 miles (+65)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    64,046 miles
    Test number
    244441926239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail63,981 miles1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,981 miles
    Test number
    222990026279
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Questions about S812 FYG

Does S812 FYG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S812 FYG is valid until 27 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on S812 FYG?
The MOT on S812 FYG is valid until 27 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S812 FYG done?
S812 FYG was recorded at 126,609 miles at its MOT on 28 Apr 2026, an average of 3,176 miles a year.
Has S812 FYG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S812 FYG has failed 8 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on S812 FYG 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 S812 FYG find?
S812 FYG passed its latest MOT on 28 Apr 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material.

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