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1999 BMW 3 Series 2.5L Petrol · 57 S

57 S

1999 BMW 3 Series (2.5L, petrol). First registered 19 May 1999. Recorded mileage 76,108 miles. MOT valid until 11 Jul 2027. Taxed until 01 Aug 2027.

Make & Model
BMW 3 SERIES
Year / Origin
1999
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 11 Jul 2027
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Aug 2027)
Recorded Mileage
76,108 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 2.5L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 11 Jul 2027
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Aug 2027
Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
1999
Engine
2494cc
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57 S Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 13/07/2026
  • 76,108 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT
  • Recurring brakes items (12 mentions)

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57 S MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 30 Sept 2026, 16:24
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1999 BMW 3 Series (57 S) between March 2023 and July 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 13 July 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (12 issues), Suspension (3 issues), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 14 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

PASS
FAIL
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57 S Mileage History

  1. 02/03/202374,967 mi
  2. 02/03/202374,967 mi
  3. 26/02/202474,984 mi+17 mi
  4. 27/02/202575,434 mi+450 mi
  5. 13/07/202676,108 mi+674 mi

Average of roughly 339 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

May be subject to ULEZ charges

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
85
/ 100 · Good
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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Good MOT pass rate (80%)
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