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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2004 · 2,979 cc

SAY 98MOT history

SAY 98 is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 17 Sept 2004. Its MOT is valid until 12 May 2027 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 135,910 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 May 2026.

SAY 98 black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 12 May 2027
Mileage
135,910 mi
At MOT on 13 May 2026
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
5,901 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
SAY 98
Registration format
Dateless
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
17 Sept 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 May 2027
Latest MOT test
13 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

SAY 98 was last recorded at 135,910 miles on 13 May 2026, 6,697 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
129,213 miles · 13 May 2025
Between the last two tests
6,697 miles
Average per year
5,901 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 135,910 miles
  • 2025 – 129,213 miles
  • 2024 – 124,933 miles
  • 2023 – 120,623 miles
  • 2022 – 107,620 miles
  • 2021 – 98,638 miles
  • 2020 – 91,222 miles
  • 2019 – 82,094 miles
  • 2018 – 74,777 miles
  • 2017 – 66,157 miles
  • 2016 – 59,975 miles
  • 2015 – 53,851 miles
  • 2014 – 47,056 miles
  • 2013 – 44,218 miles
  • 2010 – 38,870 miles
  • 2009 – 31,996 miles
  • 2008 – 26,712 miles
  • 2007 – 25,746 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass135,910 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (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.

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH, REAR Bushes

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Fuel cap rubber seal deteriorating

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

28 tests since 11 Sept 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass135,910 miles (+6,697)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2027
    Odometer
    135,910 miles
    Test number
    497839103877
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass129,213 miles (+4,280)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2026
    Odometer
    129,213 miles
    Test number
    904272110231
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement ns and os front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel ns and os (2.3 (a) (i))

  3. Pass124,933 miles2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    124,933 miles
    Test number
    649025137124
    • MinorNearside Front Side repeater insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both side (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Fail124,931 miles (+4,308)3 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,931 miles
    Test number
    778400043775
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Side repeater insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both side (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass120,623 miles (+13,003)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2024
    Odometer
    120,623 miles
    Test number
    918422171087
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass107,620 miles (+37)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    107,620 miles
    Test number
    187962058697
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH, REAR Bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap rubber seal deteriorating
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material BOTH (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Fail107,583 miles (+8,945)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,583 miles
    Test number
    328801092034
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH, REAR Bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap rubber seal deteriorating
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material BOTH (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass98,638 miles (+7,416)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    98,638 miles
    Test number
    433896191875
    • MinorOffside Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear shock attachment rod corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear shock attachment rod corroded

  9. Pass91,222 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    91,222 miles
    Test number
    899597785100
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear shock attachment rod corroded

  10. Fail91,222 miles (+9,128)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,222 miles
    Test number
    635207883583
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear shock attachment rod corroded

  11. Pass82,094 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    82,094 miles
    Test number
    324785936603
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Fail82,094 miles (+7,317)3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,094 miles
    Test number
    157672871776
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorCentral Front Fluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users Coolant. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions Rotation. (5.2.3 (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewalls. (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass74,777 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    74,777 miles
    Test number
    814695827000
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit cut outer wall and has nail (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a pin or bush of an lower wishbone inner bearing (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (3.5.1g)

  14. Fail74,775 miles (+8,618)9 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,775 miles
    Test number
    909001737468
    • FailureFront registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureRear registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit cut outer wall and has nail (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a pin or bush of an lower wishbone inner bearing (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass66,157 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    66,157 miles
    Test number
    517925788619

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail66,157 miles (+6,182)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,157 miles
    Test number
    437025657906
    • Repaired at testFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass59,975 miles (+6,124)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    59,975 miles
    Test number
    277481052019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass53,851 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    53,851 miles
    Test number
    909148195008
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteAdvise both front tyres have tread seperating on inner edge but not deep enough to reach cords
    • NoteAdvise tyre press warning on

  19. Fail53,851 miles (+6,795)2 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,851 miles
    Test number
    585638995066
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteAdvise both front tyres have tread seperating on inner edge but not deep enough to reach cords
    • NoteAdvise tyre press warning on

  20. Pass47,056 miles (+385)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    47,056 miles
    Test number
    307433794066
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  21. Fail46,671 miles (+2,453)7 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,671 miles
    Test number
    809936574074
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteBrake warning light illuminated at time of test

  22. Pass44,218 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    44,218 miles
    Test number
    376805853197
    • 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)

  23. Fail44,218 miles (+8)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,218 miles
    Test number
    597945653180
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • 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)

  24. Fail44,210 miles (+5,340)6 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,210 miles
    Test number
    988084013122
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  25. Pass38,870 miles (+6,874)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2011
    Odometer
    38,870 miles
    Test number
    662861230152
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  26. Pass31,996 miles (+5,284)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2010
    Odometer
    31,996 miles
    Test number
    622350029111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass26,712 miles (+966)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2009
    Odometer
    26,712 miles
    Test number
    463503648177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass25,746 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    25,746 miles
    Test number
    362424757453

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about SAY 98

What vehicle is registration SAY 98 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show SAY 98 on a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 17 Sept 2004. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does SAY 98 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on SAY 98 is valid until 12 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on SAY 98?
The MOT on SAY 98 is valid until 12 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has SAY 98 done?
SAY 98 was recorded at 135,910 miles at its MOT on 13 May 2026, an average of 5,901 miles a year.
Has SAY 98 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. SAY 98 has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Jun 2024.
Has the mileage on SAY 98 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 SAY 98 find?
SAY 98 passed its latest MOT on 13 May 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: offside front obligatory mirror slightly damaged; front brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides; nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play, and 1 more.

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