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BMW 740

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 4,398 cc

SLY 73MOT history

SLY 73 is a blue petrol BMW 740 first used on 30 Mar 1998. Its MOT expired on 7 Nov 2023 and it has passed 14 of 27 MOT tests, with 180,639 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Apr 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 7 Nov 2023
Mileage
180,639 mi
At MOT on 15 Apr 2024
MOT tests
27
14 passed · 13 failed
Per year
2,232 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
SLY 73
Registration format
Dateless
Make
BMW
Model
740
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,398 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
30 Mar 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Nov 2023
Latest MOT test
15 Apr 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

SLY 73 was last recorded at 180,639 miles on 15 Apr 2024, 661 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Nov 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
179,978 miles · 8 Nov 2022
Between the last two tests
661 miles
Average per year
2,232 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 180,639 miles
  • 2022 – 179,978 miles
  • 2021 – 179,031 miles
  • 2020 – 177,277 miles
  • 2019 – 174,911 miles
  • 2018 – 173,514 miles
  • 2017 – 170,786 miles
  • 2015 – 166,919 miles
  • 2014 – 163,979 miles
  • 2013 – 161,921 miles
  • 2011 – 158,602 miles
  • 2010 – 153,447 miles
  • 2008 – 148,921 miles
  • 2006 – 145,057 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail180,639 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill panel (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) light intensity significantly reduced (4.3.3 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Outer rubber (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
  • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Outer (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear High level brake light not working
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2018

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory9 MOTs, 2008–2015

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Oil leak

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

27 tests since 13 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail180,639 miles (+661)7 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,639 miles
    Test number
    205305956168
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill panel (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) light intensity significantly reduced (4.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Outer rubber (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Outer (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear High level brake light not working
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Pass179,978 miles (+33)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    179,978 miles
    Test number
    638082437236
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryManufacturers under trays and sill guards fitted obscuring testable items
  3. Fail179,945 miles (+914)9 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,945 miles
    Test number
    214838652719
    • MajorCentral Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Hydraulic fluid leaking excessively power steering (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended stalk (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Headlamp levelling device inoperative load sensor linkage broken (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended stalk (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryManufacturers under trays and plastic sill guards fitted obscuring testable items
  4. Pass179,031 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    179,031 miles
    Test number
    843508487036
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement forward arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted covering components
  5. Fail179,031 miles (+1,754)6 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,031 miles
    Test number
    966568657938
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Big bush on rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Tyre(s) with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted covering components
  6. Pass177,277 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    177,277 miles
    Test number
    698925602779
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  7. Fail177,277 miles (+2,366)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,277 miles
    Test number
    497976145819
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  8. Pass174,911 miles (+2)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    174,911 miles
    Test number
    200601151428
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
  9. Fail174,909 miles (+1,395)4 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,909 miles
    Test number
    515066845033
    • MajorNearside Front Intermediate drop arm deformed (2.1.3 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Rear (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
  10. Pass173,514 miles (+51)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    173,514 miles
    Test number
    747666730789
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Rear (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil pressure warning lamp on
  11. Fail173,463 miles (+2,677)1 dangerous2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,463 miles
    Test number
    711959425223
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Rear (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil pressure warning lamp on
  12. Pass170,786 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    170,786 miles
    Test number
    659342316500
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  13. Fail170,786 miles3 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,786 miles
    Test number
    297346237755
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  14. PassMileage not read3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    774132118253
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  15. Pass166,919 miles (+588)15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    166,919 miles
    Test number
    408460767398
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre showing signs of age
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWipers starting to smear
  16. Fail166,331 miles (+2,352)4 failures15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,331 miles
    Test number
    675811811879
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre showing signs of age
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWipers starting to smear
  17. Pass163,979 miles (+2,058)10 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2015
    Odometer
    163,979 miles
    Test number
    218277724491
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
  18. Pass161,921 miles (+22)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    161,921 miles
    Test number
    827336313141
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
  19. Fail161,899 miles (+3,297)3 dangerous2 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,899 miles
    Test number
    507114713166
    • DangerousNearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously deteriorated, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
  20. Pass158,602 miles (+9)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    158,602 miles
    Test number
    377048921355
    • NoteAirbag warning light is on
  21. Fail158,593 miles (+5,146)1 dangerous1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,593 miles
    Test number
    237157421318
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • NoteAirbag warning light is on
  22. Pass153,447 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    153,447 miles
    Test number
    620511710135
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteAirbag light is on
  23. Fail153,447 miles (+4,526)1 dangerous10 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,447 miles
    Test number
    381299300146
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureDirection indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteAirbag light is on
  24. Pass148,921 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2009
    Odometer
    148,921 miles
    Test number
    493143248172
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteAirbag light ON
    • NoteOil leak
  25. Fail148,921 miles (+3,864)2 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,921 miles
    Test number
    312142748116
    • FailureDirection indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureRear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteAirbag light ON
    • NoteOil leak
  26. Fail145,057 miles (+4,610)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,057 miles
    Test number
    593416936314
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryDirection indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
  27. Pass140,447 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    140,447 miles
    Test number
    694713306157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about SLY 73

What vehicle is registration SLY 73 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show SLY 73 on a blue petrol BMW 740 first used on 30 Mar 1998. 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 SLY 73 currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on SLY 73 expired on 7 Nov 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on SLY 73?
The MOT on SLY 73 expired on 7 Nov 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has SLY 73 done?
SLY 73 was recorded at 180,639 miles at its MOT on 15 Apr 2024, an average of 2,232 miles a year.
Has SLY 73 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. SLY 73 has failed 13 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on SLY 73 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 SLY 73 find?
SLY 73 failed its latest MOT on 15 Apr 2024 with 7 major defects, 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside front outer seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill panel; nearside rear brake hose excessively damaged; nearside rear stop lamp(s) light intensity significantly reduced, and 8 more.

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