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BMW 730

Green · Petrol · 1990 · 2,986 cc

SDC 297MOT history

SDC 297 is a green petrol BMW 730 first used on 1 Jun 1990. Its MOT expired on 25 Feb 2026 and it has passed 11 of 14 MOT tests, with 203,695 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Feb 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 25 Feb 2026
Mileage
203,695 mi
At MOT on 26 Feb 2025
MOT tests
14
11 passed · 3 failed
Per year
271 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
SDC 297
Registration format
Dateless
Make
BMW
Model
730
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,986 cc
Year of manufacture
1990
First used
1 Jun 1990
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Feb 2026
Latest MOT test
26 Feb 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

SDC 297 was last recorded at 203,695 miles on 26 Feb 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
203,695 miles · 21 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
271 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 203,695 miles
  • 2024 – 203,608 miles
  • 2022 – 203,249 miles
  • 2021 – 201,716 miles
  • 2017 – 201,213 miles
  • 2016 – 201,098 miles
  • 2015 – 200,560 miles
  • 2014 – 199,858 miles
  • 2011 – 199,218 miles
  • 2008 – 199,203 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass203,695 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryFront panel corroededRecorded at 2 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.

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

Full MOT history

14 tests since 31 Jul 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass203,695 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    203,695 miles
    Test number
    438387933666
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront panel corroeded
  2. Fail203,695 miles (+87)8 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    203,695 miles
    Test number
    633342799325
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront panel corroeded
  3. Pass203,608 miles (+359)2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    203,608 miles
    Test number
    167555362329
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  4. Pass203,249 miles (+1,533)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    203,249 miles
    Test number
    717886269893
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryUnderside corroded
  5. Pass201,716 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    201,716 miles
    Test number
    748488424519
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
  6. Fail201,716 miles1 dangerous1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    201,716 miles
    Test number
    735177337151
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
  7. PassMileage not read2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    902260608409
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Pass201,213 miles (+115)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    201,213 miles
    Test number
    121555188594
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  9. Pass201,098 miles (+538)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    201,098 miles
    Test number
    689364871602

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass200,560 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    200,560 miles
    Test number
    819311641620

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail200,560 miles (+702)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    200,560 miles
    Test number
    241063423025
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
  12. Pass199,858 miles (+640)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    199,858 miles
    Test number
    895005564084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass199,218 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    199,218 miles
    Test number
    375066481266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass199,203 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    199,203 miles
    Test number
    554963218207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about SDC 297

What vehicle is registration SDC 297 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show SDC 297 on a green petrol BMW 730 first used on 1 Jun 1990. 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 SDC 297 currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on SDC 297 expired on 25 Feb 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on SDC 297?
The MOT on SDC 297 expired on 25 Feb 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has SDC 297 done?
SDC 297 was recorded at 203,695 miles at its MOT on 26 Feb 2025, an average of 271 miles a year.
Has SDC 297 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. SDC 297 has failed 3 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on SDC 297 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 SDC 297 find?
SDC 297 passed its latest MOT on 26 Feb 2025 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; fuel pipe/s corroded; nearside rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 5 more.

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