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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 1998 · 2,494 cc

S818 ECBMOT history

S818 ECB is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 17 Sept 1998. Its MOT expired on 24 Feb 2026 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 157,029 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Feb 2025.

S818 ECB silver BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 24 Feb 2026
Mileage
157,029 mi
At MOT on 25 Feb 2025
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,305 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S818 ECB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
17 Sept 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Feb 2026
Latest MOT test
25 Feb 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S818 ECB was last recorded at 157,029 miles on 25 Feb 2025, 6,099 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Jan 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
150,930 miles · 4 Jan 2024
Between the last two tests
6,099 miles
Average per year
5,305 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 157,029 miles
  • 2024 – 150,930 miles
  • 2023 – 148,790 miles
  • 2020 – 147,819 miles
  • 2018 – 147,557 miles
  • 2017 – 146,777 miles
  • 2016 – 142,950 miles
  • 2015 – 130,982 miles
  • 2013 – 123,103 miles
  • 2012 – 118,845 miles
  • 2011 – 114,469 miles
  • 2010 – 109,020 miles
  • 2009 – 95,524 miles
  • 2008 – 82,269 miles
  • 2007 – 69,966 miles
  • 2006 – 61,333 miles
  • 2005 – 53,157 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass157,029 miles
  • MinorOffside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2006–2013

  • Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2013

  • Nearside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

  • Offside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

  • Front Exhaust system not adequately supported

    Failure2 MOTs, 2006–2010

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2008

Full MOT history

22 tests since 28 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass157,029 miles (+6,099)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    157,029 miles
    Test number
    542703716511
    • MinorOffside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass150,930 miles (+2,140)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    150,930 miles
    Test number
    388210044657

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass148,790 miles (+971)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    148,790 miles
    Test number
    634850449698

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass147,819 miles (+262)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    147,819 miles
    Test number
    420122732728
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both sides inner and outer cills (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both sides general underbody corrosion (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass147,557 miles (+780)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    147,557 miles
    Test number
    655024610904
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement TRAILING ARM (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement TRAILING ARM (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced GENERAL CONDITION AREAS (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Pass146,777 miles (+3,827)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    146,777 miles
    Test number
    406566061543
    • AdvisorySlight play in o/s/r upper outer suspension joint

  7. Pass142,950 miles (+11,968)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    142,950 miles
    Test number
    181091127936

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass130,982 miles (+7,879)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    130,982 miles
    Test number
    887127125021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass123,103 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    123,103 miles
    Test number
    607621043249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail123,099 miles (+4,254)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,099 miles
    Test number
    759040843242
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front 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)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

  11. Pass118,845 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    118,845 miles
    Test number
    735969922253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail118,845 miles (+4,376)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,845 miles
    Test number
    856169922277
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  13. Pass114,469 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    114,469 miles
    Test number
    128444291146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail114,466 miles (+5,446)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,466 miles
    Test number
    206110591430
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  15. Pass109,020 miles (+37)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    109,020 miles
    Test number
    294139460158
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  16. Fail108,983 miles (+13,459)1 dangerous4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,983 miles
    Test number
    790628760193
    • DangerousOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureFront Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass95,524 miles (+13,255)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    95,524 miles
    Test number
    262418379114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass82,269 miles (+12,303)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    82,269 miles
    Test number
    451498108264
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass69,966 miles (+8,633)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    69,966 miles
    Test number
    302101707447

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass61,333 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    61,333 miles
    Test number
    853256296103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail61,331 miles (+8,174)3 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,331 miles
    Test number
    770855296113
    • FailureFront Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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

  22. Pass53,157 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2006
    Odometer
    53,157 miles
    Test number
    342889405447

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S818 ECB

Does S818 ECB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S818 ECB expired on 24 Feb 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S818 ECB?
The MOT on S818 ECB expired on 24 Feb 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S818 ECB done?
S818 ECB was recorded at 157,029 miles at its MOT on 25 Feb 2025, an average of 5,305 miles a year.
Has S818 ECB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S818 ECB has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Aug 2013.
Has the mileage on S818 ECB 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 S818 ECB find?
S818 ECB passed its latest MOT on 25 Feb 2025 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: offside rear drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; oil leak, but not excessive; rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides.

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