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BMW 3 Series

Green · Petrol · 1989 · 2,494 cc

SKC 103MOT history

SKC 103 is a green petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 31 Dec 1989. Its MOT is valid until 25 Mar 2027 and it has passed 14 of 25 MOT tests, with 209,710 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 25 Mar 2027
Mileage
209,710 mi
At MOT on 26 Mar 2026
MOT tests
25
14 passed · 11 failed
Per year
404 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
SKC 103
Registration format
Dateless
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1989
First used
31 Dec 1989
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

SKC 103 was last recorded at 209,710 miles on 26 Mar 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Mar 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
209,708 miles · 9 Mar 2021
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
404 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 209,710 miles
  • 2021 – 209,708 miles
  • 2018 – 209,703 miles
  • 2017 – 209,651 miles
  • 2016 – 209,630 miles
  • 2015 – 209,566 miles
  • 2014 – 209,457 miles
  • 2013 – 209,378 miles
  • 2012 – 209,354 miles
  • 2011 – 209,250 miles
  • 2010 – 208,743 miles
  • 2009 – 208,336 miles
  • 2008 – 206,909 miles
  • 2007 – 206,054 miles
  • 2006 – 204,821 miles
  • 2005 – 201,453 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass209,710 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021

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 Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2010–2015

  • Nearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement subframe bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear wishbone bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement subframe bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

25 tests since 25 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass209,710 miles (+2)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    209,710 miles
    Test number
    802375613298
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass209,708 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    209,708 miles
    Test number
    738654312311
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement subframe bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement subframe bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail209,708 miles (+5)8 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    209,708 miles
    Test number
    979228761294
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Rear Exhaust system insecure bracket broken (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced battery carrier (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced towing eye mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced rear boot floor (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement subframe bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement subframe bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail209,703 miles (+52)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    209,703 miles
    Test number
    562058986911
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

  5. Pass209,651 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    209,651 miles
    Test number
    749106372946

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail209,651 miles (+21)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    209,651 miles
    Test number
    889950337914
    • Repaired at testBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

  7. Pass209,630 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    209,630 miles
    Test number
    130615012063
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  8. Fail209,629 miles (+63)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    209,629 miles
    Test number
    318836784224
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded FLOOR TO SILL (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  9. Pass209,566 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    209,566 miles
    Test number
    277133105126
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteVehichle generally corroded

  10. Fail209,566 miles (+109)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    209,566 miles
    Test number
    406664185004
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Pass209,457 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    209,457 miles
    Test number
    917618634056
    • NoteAll underside corroded

  12. Fail209,457 miles (+79)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    209,457 miles
    Test number
    978966414075
    • FailureFuel tank leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear passenger door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  13. Pass209,378 miles (+24)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    209,378 miles
    Test number
    148604213016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail209,354 miles (+104)9 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    209,354 miles
    Test number
    447865732336
    • FailureNearside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Body or chassis has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureOffside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

  15. Pass209,250 miles (+507)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    209,250 miles
    Test number
    456892031444
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOs front inner wing corroded

  16. Pass208,743 miles (+16)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    208,743 miles
    Test number
    124753240398
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Fail208,727 miles (+391)8 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    208,727 miles
    Test number
    274079810338
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNs and os front tyres perished

  18. Pass208,336 miles (+118)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    208,336 miles
    Test number
    971907439399
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteLIMITED RESERVE TRAVEL ON HANDBRAKE
    • NoteNEARSIDE FRONT BRAKE SLIGHT BIND

  19. Fail208,218 miles (+1,309)4 failures5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    208,218 miles
    Test number
    542198529331
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteLIMITED RESERVE TRAVEL ON HANDBRAKE
    • NoteNEARSIDE FRONT BRAKE SLIGHT BIND

  20. Pass206,909 miles (+855)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    206,909 miles
    Test number
    491842038472

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass206,054 miles (+24)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    206,054 miles
    Test number
    470265327330
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Fail206,030 miles (+1,209)12 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    206,030 miles
    Test number
    301978397423
    • FailureFluid suspension unit supply pipe corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.D.3)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  23. Pass204,821 miles (+97)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    204,821 miles
    Test number
    194548296291
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded

  24. Fail204,724 miles (+3,271)9 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    204,724 miles
    Test number
    392662396297
    • FailureCentre Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Outer Lower Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Outer Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.4)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded

  25. Pass201,453 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    201,453 miles
    Test number
    401298095275
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about SKC 103

What vehicle is registration SKC 103 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show SKC 103 on a green petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 31 Dec 1989. 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 SKC 103 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on SKC 103 is valid until 25 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on SKC 103?
The MOT on SKC 103 is valid until 25 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has SKC 103 done?
SKC 103 was recorded at 209,710 miles at its MOT on 26 Mar 2026, an average of 404 miles a year.
Has SKC 103 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. SKC 103 has failed 11 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Feb 2021.
Has the mileage on SKC 103 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 SKC 103 find?
SKC 103 passed its latest MOT on 26 Mar 2026 with 6 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside rear sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 3 more.

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