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BMW 840

Black · Petrol · 1998 · 4,398 cc

S820 BYGMOT history

S820 BYG is a black petrol BMW 840 first used on 21 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 10 Nov 2025 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 115,181 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Oct 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 10 Nov 2025
Mileage
115,181 mi
At MOT on 14 Oct 2025
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,448 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S820 BYG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
840
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,398 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
21 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Nov 2025
Latest MOT test
14 Oct 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

S820 BYG was last recorded at 115,181 miles on 14 Oct 2025, 27 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
115,154 miles · 11 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
27 miles
Average per year
2,448 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 115,181 miles
  • 2024 – 115,154 miles
  • 2023 – 114,500 miles
  • 2022 – 114,437 miles
  • 2020 – 114,169 miles
  • 2018 – 114,161 miles
  • 2017 – 113,934 miles
  • 2016 – 112,451 miles
  • 2015 – 108,635 miles
  • 2014 – 105,449 miles
  • 2013 – 101,285 miles
  • 2012 – 97,960 miles
  • 2011 – 94,099 miles
  • 2010 – 91,220 miles
  • 2008 – 85,122 miles
  • 2006 – 73,724 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail115,181 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt front arm (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt rear arm (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill hole (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt front arm (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
  • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated rear arm (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases cat has hole (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded fuel pipes corroded some of them covered in under sill
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2014

Full MOT history

20 tests since 5 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail115,181 miles (+27)6 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,181 miles
    Test number
    238277131305
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt front arm (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt rear arm (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill hole (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt front arm (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated rear arm (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases cat has hole (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded fuel pipes corroded some of them covered in under sill
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass115,154 miles (+654)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    115,154 miles
    Test number
    363609013854

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass114,500 miles (+63)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    114,500 miles
    Test number
    202163096849

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass114,437 miles (+268)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    114,437 miles
    Test number
    681923479823

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass114,169 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    114,169 miles
    Test number
    752907401960

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass114,161 miles (+227)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    114,161 miles
    Test number
    362829914925

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass113,934 miles (+1,483)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2018
    Odometer
    113,934 miles
    Test number
    396173389074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass112,451 miles (+3,816)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2017
    Odometer
    112,451 miles
    Test number
    273322824612
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  9. Pass108,635 miles (+3,186)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2016
    Odometer
    108,635 miles
    Test number
    585344435139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass105,449 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    105,449 miles
    Test number
    325098494048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail105,448 miles (+4,163)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,448 miles
    Test number
    545557794070
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass101,285 miles (+3,325)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    101,285 miles
    Test number
    917325393035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass97,960 miles (+3,861)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    97,960 miles
    Test number
    219636692075
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass94,099 miles (+2,879)5 advisories7 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    94,099 miles
    Test number
    168219781414
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePropshaft component defective
    • NoteDiff leaking
    • NoteGearbox leaking
    • NoteO/s front shock corroded
    • NoteO/s front spring corroded

  15. Pass91,220 miles (+6,098)6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    91,220 miles
    Test number
    734397290066
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Pass85,122 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    85,122 miles
    Test number
    183775818226
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail85,122 miles (+11,398)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,122 miles
    Test number
    470805818285
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass73,724 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    73,724 miles
    Test number
    853600776251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail73,724 miles (+6,950)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,724 miles
    Test number
    543919766244
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • NoteTRACTION CONTROL LIGHT STAYS ON

  20. Pass66,774 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    66,774 miles
    Test number
    560525706062
    • NoteNearside front tyre on outside of tread

Questions about S820 BYG

Does S820 BYG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S820 BYG expired on 10 Nov 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S820 BYG?
The MOT on S820 BYG expired on 10 Nov 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S820 BYG done?
S820 BYG was recorded at 115,181 miles at its MOT on 14 Oct 2025, an average of 2,448 miles a year.
Has S820 BYG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S820 BYG has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on S820 BYG 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 S820 BYG find?
S820 BYG failed its latest MOT on 14 Oct 2025 with 6 major defects, 2 minor defects and 5 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt front arm; nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt rear arm; nearside rear integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill hole, and 10 more.

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