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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 1998 · 1,895 cc

S83 LRFMOT history

S83 LRF is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 1 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 10 Jan 2024 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 210,790 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Jan 2023.

S83 LRF black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 10 Jan 2024
Mileage
210,790 mi
At MOT on 11 Jan 2023
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
8,420 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S83 LRF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Jan 2024
Latest MOT test
11 Jan 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

S83 LRF was last recorded at 210,790 miles on 11 Jan 2023, 162 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Dec 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
210,628 miles · 17 Dec 2022
Between the last two tests
162 miles
Average per year
8,420 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 210,790 miles
  • 2022 – 210,628 miles
  • 2021 – 207,880 miles
  • 2020 – 204,490 miles
  • 2019 – 202,433 miles
  • 2018 – 197,294 miles
  • 2017 – 191,536 miles
  • 2016 – 170,491 miles
  • 2014 – 153,664 miles
  • 2013 – 134,674 miles
  • 2012 – 115,848 miles
  • 2011 – 106,139 miles
  • 2010 – 98,683 miles
  • 2008 – 92,224 miles
  • 2007 – 80,589 miles
  • 2006 – 72,657 miles
  • 2005 – 65,562 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass210,790 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides (6.1.1 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play inner and outer (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front wing corroded
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective back box (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both sides (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive engine

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2017

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

    Failure2 MOTs, 2007–2012

  • Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2007–2012

Full MOT history

24 tests since 12 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass210,790 miles (+162)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    210,790 miles
    Test number
    437614285602
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play inner and outer (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wing corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective back box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both sides (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  2. Fail210,628 miles (+2,748)2 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    210,628 miles
    Test number
    529691516383
    • MajorFront Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))
    • MajorFront Horn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play inner and outer (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front panel wing corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides (6.1.1 (d) (i))

  3. Pass207,880 miles (+54)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    207,880 miles
    Test number
    792784721254
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail207,826 miles (+3,336)1 dangerous8 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    207,826 miles
    Test number
    738131163607
    • DangerousOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt inner + outer (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPark brake imbalance

  5. Pass204,490 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    204,490 miles
    Test number
    271689248520

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail204,487 miles (+2,054)1 dangerous5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    204,487 miles
    Test number
    635505333870
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner and outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

  7. Pass202,433 miles (+5,139)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    202,433 miles
    Test number
    738045370041
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass197,294 miles (+5,758)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    197,294 miles
    Test number
    470948114505
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  9. Pass191,536 miles (+10,093)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    191,536 miles
    Test number
    898435208889
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket modified but not seriously weakened (2.4.A.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket modified but not seriously weakened (2.4.A.2)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion inner sills (6.1.B.2)

  10. Pass181,443 miles (+10,952)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    181,443 miles
    Test number
    181916703738
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass170,491 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    170,491 miles
    Test number
    735983794706
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Vehicle structure has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Radius arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Radius arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  12. Fail170,491 miles (+16,827)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,491 miles
    Test number
    289140098681
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Vehicle structure has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Radius arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Radius arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  13. Pass153,664 miles (+18,990)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    153,664 miles
    Test number
    558604364308

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass134,674 miles (+14,973)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    134,674 miles
    Test number
    556200843399

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass119,701 miles (+3,853)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    119,701 miles
    Test number
    957094803076
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  16. Pass115,848 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    115,848 miles
    Test number
    217465042041
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Fail115,846 miles (+9,707)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,846 miles
    Test number
    916475342014
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Leaf spring fractured (2.4.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass106,139 miles (+7,456)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    106,139 miles
    Test number
    156588841460
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass98,683 miles (+6,459)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    98,683 miles
    Test number
    744850150095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass92,224 miles (+11,635)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    92,224 miles
    Test number
    320062788231
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteSpare tyre defective

  21. Pass80,589 miles (+158)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    80,589 miles
    Test number
    630297077269
    • NoteAll brake pipes covered in underseal cant see to test

  22. Fail80,431 miles (+7,774)1 dangerous7 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,431 miles
    Test number
    352790177245
    • DangerousOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureNearside Rear 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 Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteAll brake pipes covered in underseal cant see to test

  23. Pass72,657 miles (+7,095)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    72,657 miles
    Test number
    333917776248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass65,562 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    65,562 miles
    Test number
    343365485285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S83 LRF

Does S83 LRF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S83 LRF expired on 10 Jan 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S83 LRF?
The MOT on S83 LRF expired on 10 Jan 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S83 LRF done?
S83 LRF was recorded at 210,790 miles at its MOT on 11 Jan 2023, an average of 8,420 miles a year.
Has S83 LRF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S83 LRF has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Dec 2022.
Has the mileage on S83 LRF 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 S83 LRF find?
S83 LRF passed its latest MOT on 11 Jan 2023 with 8 advisories: front oil leak, but not excessive; front vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides; nearside front track rod end ball joint has slight play inner and outer, and 5 more.

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