BMW logo

BMW 3 Series

White · Petrol · 1993 · 2,494 cc

SWS 234MOT history

SWS 234 is a white petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 31 Dec 1993. Its MOT is valid until 22 Oct 2027 and it has passed 22 of 26 MOT tests, with 124,240 km recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 22 Oct 2027
Mileage
124,240 km
At MOT on 14 Oct 2026
MOT tests
26
22 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,184 km
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for SWS 234 in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
SWS 234
Registration format
Dateless
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
31 Dec 1993
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

SWS 234 was last recorded at 124,240 km on 14 Oct 2026, 39 km more than at the previous MOT on 13 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
124,201 km · 13 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
39 km
Average per year
3,184 km

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 124,240 km
  • 2025 – 124,201 km
  • 2024 – 123,914 km
  • 2023 – 123,815 km
  • 2022 – 123,724 km
  • 2021 – 123,608 km
  • 2020 – 122,928 km
  • 2019 – 122,627 km
  • 2018 – 122,585 km
  • 2015 – 113,675 km
  • 2014 – 102,491 km
  • 2013 – 98,239 km
  • 2012 – 92,120 km
  • 2011 – 86,773 km
  • 2010 – 77,684 km
  • 2007 – 63,608 km
  • 2006 – 59,183 km

What the latest MOT found

Pass124,240 km
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Nearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2011

Full MOT history

26 tests since 10 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass124,240 km (+39)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    124,240 km
    Test number
    746548428707
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass124,201 km (+287)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    124,201 km
    Test number
    641095301003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass123,914 km (+99)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    123,914 km
    Test number
    287688589807

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass123,815 km (+91)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    123,815 km
    Test number
    623594907441

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass123,724 km (+116)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    123,724 km
    Test number
    450310673340
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre

  6. Pass123,608 km (+680)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    123,608 km
    Test number
    191814753591
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Pass122,928 km (+301)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    122,928 km
    Test number
    337213834864
    • AdvisoryBOTH REAR SHOCK ABSORBERCOVERS LOOSE
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Pass122,627 km (+42)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    122,627 km
    Test number
    523609683529
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shock absorber covers insecure

  9. Pass122,585 km
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    122,585 km
    Test number
    228914994640

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass121,795 miles (+3,613)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    121,795 miles
    Test number
    681562331748
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint both (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  11. Pass118,182 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    118,182 miles
    Test number
    111908150752

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass113,675 km (+3,613)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    113,675 km
    Test number
    129500961634

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass110,062 km (+5)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2016
    Odometer
    110,062 km
    Test number
    789064515188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail110,057 km (+7,566)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,057 km
    Test number
    856501415122
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  15. Pass102,491 km2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2015
    Odometer
    102,491 km
    Test number
    547648324159
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  16. Fail102,491 km (+4,252)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,491 km
    Test number
    789266624196
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass98,239 km (+6,119)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2014
    Odometer
    98,239 km
    Test number
    297643613171
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  18. Pass92,120 km (+5,347)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2013
    Odometer
    92,120 km
    Test number
    848921332176
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  19. Pass86,773 km (+9,089)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2012
    Odometer
    86,773 km
    Test number
    665461431165
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  20. Pass77,684 km1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2011
    Odometer
    77,684 km
    Test number
    250544520182
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  21. Fail72,346 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,346 miles
    Test number
    234032319166
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  22. Pass72,346 miles (+4,451)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2010
    Odometer
    72,346 miles
    Test number
    961992319162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass67,895 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2009
    Odometer
    67,895 miles
    Test number
    570005328129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass63,608 km (+4,425)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    63,608 km
    Test number
    832025567105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass59,183 km
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2007
    Odometer
    59,183 km
    Test number
    780316836172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail59,183 km1 dangerous1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,183 km
    Test number
    843370236170
    • DangerousCentre Front drive shaft coupling flexible rubber or fabric coupling fouling any other part of the vehicle (2.5.C.1e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure is damaged, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Questions about SWS 234

What vehicle is registration SWS 234 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show SWS 234 on a white petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 31 Dec 1993. 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 SWS 234 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on SWS 234 is valid until 22 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on SWS 234?
The MOT on SWS 234 is valid until 22 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has SWS 234 done?
SWS 234 was recorded at 124,240 km at its MOT on 14 Oct 2026, an average of 3,184 km a year.
Has SWS 234 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. SWS 234 has failed 4 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Apr 2015.
Has the mileage on SWS 234 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 SWS 234 find?
SWS 234 passed its latest MOT on 14 Oct 2026 with 3 advisories: coil spring corroded all 4; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all front and rear.

Related registrations

Browse all SW registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.