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BMW K Series

Black · Petrol · 1998 · 1,092 cc

S85 SWAMOT history

S85 SWA is a black petrol BMW K Series first used on 18 Nov 1998. Its MOT is valid until 6 Mar 2027 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 17,195 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 6 Mar 2027
Mileage
17,195 mi
At MOT on 7 Mar 2026
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
S85 SWA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
K Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,092 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
18 Nov 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S85 SWA was last recorded at 17,195 miles on 7 Mar 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Feb 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 21 Feb 2025: 9,122 miles, lower than 83,856 miles on 9 Feb 2024.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
17,195 miles · 28 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 17,195 miles
  • 2025 – 9,122 miles
  • 2024 – 83,856 miles
  • 2022 – 83,416 miles
  • 2021 – 82,565 miles
  • 2020 – 81,620 miles
  • 2019 – 80,737 miles
  • 2018 – 78,904 miles
  • 2017 – 78,353 miles
  • 2015 – 77,490 miles
  • 2013 – 74,072 miles
  • 2012 – 71,918 miles
  • 2011 – 66,809 miles
  • 2010 – 65,440 miles
  • 2009 – 61,497 miles
  • 2008 – 57,693 miles
  • 2007 – 52,730 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass17,195 miles
  • MinorAll direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025

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 Brake hose slightly deteriorated cracking (3.2.B3b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Front Steering headbearing has slight free play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

22 tests since 4 May 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass17,195 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    17,195 miles
    Test number
    631810809628
    • MinorAll direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

  2. Fail17,195 miles (+8,073)1 dangerous3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,195 miles
    Test number
    633826952132
    • DangerousFront Brake master cylinder leaking front master cylinder (1.1.10 (b) (ii))
    • MajorFront Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorStop lamp not working front brake light switch (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorAll direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

  3. Pass9,122 miles (-74,734)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    9,122 miles
    Test number
    467417902806
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

  4. Pass83,856 miles (+440)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    83,856 miles
    Test number
    701202007447

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass83,416 miles (+851)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    83,416 miles
    Test number
    326856751902
    • AdvisoryRiders seat slightly loose (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass82,565 miles (+945)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    82,565 miles
    Test number
    378865713273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass81,620 miles (+883)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    81,620 miles
    Test number
    779654394611

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass80,737 miles (+1,833)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    80,737 miles
    Test number
    842535814792
    • AdvisoryNearside Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Pass78,904 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    78,904 miles
    Test number
    972637010315

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail78,886 miles (+533)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,886 miles
    Test number
    293269528820
    • MajorFront Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass78,353 miles (+37)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    78,353 miles
    Test number
    541173827617
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated cracking (3.2.B3b)

  12. Fail78,316 miles (+826)3 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,316 miles
    Test number
    467622684515
    • DangerousFront Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake caliper(s) insecure (3.2.A1j)
    • DangerousRear Brake caliper(s) securing bolt(s) missing (3.2.A1j)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated cracking (3.2.B3b)

  13. Pass77,490 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    77,490 miles
    Test number
    731869926755
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

  14. Fail77,490 miles (+3,418)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,490 miles
    Test number
    845075354951
    • FailureFront Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
    • FailureRear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

  15. Pass74,072 miles (+2,154)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    74,072 miles
    Test number
    955448203189
    • AdvisoryNearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

  16. Pass71,918 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    71,918 miles
    Test number
    419759202177
    • AdvisoryFront Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Fail71,918 miles (+5,109)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,918 miles
    Test number
    719988502168
    • FailureFront position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)
    • FailureRiders seat insecure (6.2.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Pass66,809 miles (+1,369)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    66,809 miles
    Test number
    118979561461
    • AdvisoryHandlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

  19. Pass65,440 miles (+3,943)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    65,440 miles
    Test number
    100793880433

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass61,497 miles (+3,804)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    61,497 miles
    Test number
    820920599057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass57,693 miles (+4,963)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    57,693 miles
    Test number
    721481498028
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

  22. Pass52,730 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2008
    Odometer
    52,730 miles
    Test number
    841194427105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S85 SWA

Does S85 SWA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S85 SWA is valid until 6 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on S85 SWA?
The MOT on S85 SWA is valid until 6 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S85 SWA done?
S85 SWA was recorded at 17,195 miles at its MOT on 7 Mar 2026.
Has S85 SWA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S85 SWA has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on S85 SWA ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 21 Feb 2025. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S85 SWA find?
S85 SWA passed its latest MOT on 7 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: all direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; exhaust noisy.

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