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BMW 3 Series

Green · Petrol · 1998 · 2,494 cc

S102 ADSMOT history

S102 ADS is a green petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 1 Aug 1998. Its MOT is valid until 3 Jun 2027 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 136,273 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Jun 2026.

S102 ADS green BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 3 Jun 2027
Mileage
136,273 mi
At MOT on 4 Jun 2026
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,291 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S102 ADS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S102 ADS was last recorded at 136,273 miles on 4 Jun 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jul 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
136,273 miles · 22 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,291 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 136,273 miles
  • 2024 – 136,273 miles
  • 2023 – 135,839 miles
  • 2022 – 135,494 miles
  • 2020 – 135,431 miles
  • 2019 – 134,767 miles
  • 2018 – 132,787 miles
  • 2017 – 131,160 miles
  • 2016 – 129,349 miles
  • 2015 – 126,481 miles
  • 2014 – 123,701 miles
  • 2013 – 117,562 miles
  • 2012 – 114,523 miles
  • 2011 – 108,766 miles
  • 2010 – 106,260 miles
  • 2009 – 101,663 miles
  • 2008 – 94,062 miles
  • 2007 – 83,526 miles
  • 2006 – 69,783 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass136,273 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security jacking point (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing x2 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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 Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front and rear inner sill assembly slightly corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear corrode body

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

29 tests since 9 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass136,273 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    136,273 miles
    Test number
    923236370308
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security jacking point (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing x2 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass136,273 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    136,273 miles
    Test number
    694071500020
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Fail136,273 miles (+434)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,273 miles
    Test number
    492617150982
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Pass135,839 miles (+345)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    135,839 miles
    Test number
    410118790669
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  5. Pass135,494 miles (+63)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    135,494 miles
    Test number
    710907422594
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material under wheel arch (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material under wheel arch (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion all under

  6. Pass135,431 miles (+664)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    135,431 miles
    Test number
    905329480848
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to both rear jacking points but not considered excessive.
    • AdvisoryParking brake only just met minimum requirements

  7. Pass134,767 miles (+35)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    134,767 miles
    Test number
    469499689516
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front and rear inner sill assembly slightly corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  8. Fail134,732 miles (+1,945)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,732 miles
    Test number
    926340434265
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front and rear inner sill assembly slightly corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  9. Pass132,787 miles (+1,627)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2019
    Odometer
    132,787 miles
    Test number
    912114507192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass131,160 miles (+20)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2018
    Odometer
    131,160 miles
    Test number
    414779139100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail131,140 miles (+1,791)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,140 miles
    Test number
    914485764895
    • FailureFront Brake hose excessively deteriorated both (3.6.B.4d)

  12. Pass129,349 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    129,349 miles
    Test number
    663932293584
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear corrode body
    • AdvisorySlight power steering leak

  13. FailMileage not read7 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    427188208323
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear corrode body
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySlight power steering leak

  14. Pass126,481 miles (+2,780)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    126,481 miles
    Test number
    927724005136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass123,701 miles (+6,139)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    123,701 miles
    Test number
    729812694040
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  16. Pass117,562 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    117,562 miles
    Test number
    807758393019
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNsf tyre on limit

  17. Fail117,562 miles (+3,039)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,562 miles
    Test number
    468348393080
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNsf tyre on limit

  18. Fail114,523 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,523 miles
    Test number
    318033362047
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  19. Pass114,523 miles (+5,757)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    114,523 miles
    Test number
    577853462063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass108,766 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    108,766 miles
    Test number
    816546151056
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  21. Fail108,765 miles (+2,505)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,765 miles
    Test number
    446486251062
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  22. Pass106,260 miles (+4,597)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    106,260 miles
    Test number
    322174050093
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  23. Pass101,663 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    101,663 miles
    Test number
    280422369044
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  24. Fail101,663 miles (+7,601)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,663 miles
    Test number
    971392969050
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  25. Pass94,062 miles (+10,536)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    94,062 miles
    Test number
    701984068049
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass83,526 miles (+13,743)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    83,526 miles
    Test number
    131387657427

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass69,783 miles (+104)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    69,783 miles
    Test number
    712613976183
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  28. Pass69,679 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    69,679 miles
    Test number
    480698366059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail69,679 miles4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,679 miles
    Test number
    691168166033
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Questions about S102 ADS

Does S102 ADS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S102 ADS is valid until 3 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on S102 ADS?
The MOT on S102 ADS is valid until 3 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S102 ADS done?
S102 ADS was recorded at 136,273 miles at its MOT on 4 Jun 2026, an average of 3,291 miles a year.
Has S102 ADS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S102 ADS has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on S102 ADS 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 S102 ADS find?
S102 ADS passed its latest MOT on 4 Jun 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking point; nearside rear vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security jacking point; rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing x2.

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