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BMW 3 Series

Green · Petrol · 1998 · 1,796 cc

S91 AVEMOT history

S91 AVE is a green petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 1 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 21 Dec 2020 and it has passed 12 of 25 MOT tests, with 111,388 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Nov 2021.

S91 AVE green 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 21 Dec 2020
Mileage
111,388 mi
At MOT on 19 Nov 2021
MOT tests
25
12 passed · 13 failed
Per year
2,428 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S91 AVE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Dec 2020
Latest MOT test
19 Nov 2021 (Fail)

Mileage history

S91 AVE was last recorded at 111,388 miles on 19 Nov 2021, 7,257 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Jun 2019.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
104,131 miles · 11 Jun 2019
Between the last two tests
7,257 miles
Average per year
2,428 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 111,388 miles
  • 2019 – 104,131 miles
  • 2018 – 95,118 miles
  • 2017 – 95,018 miles
  • 2016 – 92,291 miles
  • 2014 – 88,056 miles
  • 2013 – 86,729 miles
  • 2012 – 86,485 miles
  • 2010 – 85,725 miles
  • 2009 – 84,734 miles
  • 2008 – 83,297 miles
  • 2007 – 78,822 miles
  • 2006 – 73,571 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail111,388 miles
  • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
  • MajorBody panel corroded and likely to cause injury both rear wheel arches (6.2.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorEmissions not tested emmisions aborted . lambda reading clearly above limits .. lambda sensor broken (8.2.1.2 (d))
  • MajorEmissions oxygen sensor obviously defective broken (8.2.1.1 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect lamp unit damp inside (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill / wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Body component damaged and likely to cause injury fog lamp glass broken (6.2.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired outer sill insecure (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorSuspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength rear inner sills both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened also all rear suspension components (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both plates (0.1 (b))

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.

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Tyre worn close to the legal limit all and cracked (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2007–2016

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Offside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

25 tests since 6 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail111,388 miles (+7,257)1 dangerous11 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,388 miles
    Test number
    775072060291
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorBody panel corroded and likely to cause injury both rear wheel arches (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorEmissions not tested emmisions aborted . lambda reading clearly above limits .. lambda sensor broken (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorEmissions oxygen sensor obviously defective broken (8.2.1.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect lamp unit damp inside (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill / wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Body component damaged and likely to cause injury fog lamp glass broken (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired outer sill insecure (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorSuspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength rear inner sills both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened also all rear suspension components (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both plates (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass104,131 miles (+9,013)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    104,131 miles
    Test number
    514820706922

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass95,118 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    95,118 miles
    Test number
    439338641278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail95,118 miles (+100)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,118 miles
    Test number
    330662626974
    • Repaired at testNearside All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass95,018 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2018
    Odometer
    95,018 miles
    Test number
    910171599783

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail95,018 miles (+4)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,018 miles
    Test number
    852633406296
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

  7. Fail95,014 miles (+2,723)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,014 miles
    Test number
    912388150298
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill next to jacking point (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  8. Pass92,291 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    92,291 miles
    Test number
    862372685814
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit all and cracked (4.1.E.1)

  9. Fail92,287 miles (+4,231)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,287 miles
    Test number
    618027713102
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit all and cracked (4.1.E.1)

  10. Pass88,056 miles (+3)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    88,056 miles
    Test number
    349420264277
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • NoteOil leak

  11. Fail88,053 miles (+1,324)4 failures5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,053 miles
    Test number
    795349354223
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteEngine over heated

  12. Pass86,729 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    86,729 miles
    Test number
    176678373000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail86,729 miles (+244)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,729 miles
    Test number
    157094173496
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  14. Pass86,485 miles (+3)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    86,485 miles
    Test number
    138173322402
    • NoteCentre stop light not working

  15. Fail86,482 miles (+757)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,482 miles
    Test number
    189747912417
    • FailureDriver's door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteCentre stop light not working

  16. Pass85,725 miles (+7)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    85,725 miles
    Test number
    712182230217
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  17. Fail85,718 miles (+984)4 failures1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,718 miles
    Test number
    613699750165
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  18. Pass84,734 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    84,734 miles
    Test number
    401273459164
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  19. Fail84,734 miles (+1,437)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,734 miles
    Test number
    232462159457
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  20. Pass83,297 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2009
    Odometer
    83,297 miles
    Test number
    913041058199
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
    • NoteN/s and o/s front brake pipes getting corroded,

  21. Fail83,297 miles (+4,475)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,297 miles
    Test number
    464900358120
    • FailureSteering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
    • NoteN/s and o/s front brake pipes getting corroded,

  22. Pass78,822 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    78,822 miles
    Test number
    310302007185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail78,810 miles (+5,239)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,810 miles
    Test number
    251620407485
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

  24. Pass73,571 miles (+119)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    73,571 miles
    Test number
    130081906110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail73,452 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,452 miles
    Test number
    664196796064
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Questions about S91 AVE

Does S91 AVE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S91 AVE expired on 21 Dec 2020, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S91 AVE?
The MOT on S91 AVE expired on 21 Dec 2020. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S91 AVE done?
S91 AVE was recorded at 111,388 miles at its MOT on 19 Nov 2021, an average of 2,428 miles a year.
Has S91 AVE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S91 AVE has failed 13 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on S91 AVE 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 S91 AVE find?
S91 AVE failed its latest MOT on 19 Nov 2021 with 1 dangerous defect, 11 major defects and 5 advisories: stop lamp(s) all not working; body panel corroded and likely to cause injury both rear wheel arches; emissions not tested emmisions aborted . lambda reading clearly above limits .. lambda sensor broken, and 14 more.

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