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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 2,979 cc

S10 PBTMOT history

S10 PBT is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 23 Dec 2002. Its MOT is valid until 30 Jun 2027 and it has passed 21 of 33 MOT tests, with 117,769 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Jun 2026.

S10 PBT silver BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 30 Jun 2027
Mileage
117,769 mi
At MOT on 17 Jun 2026
MOT tests
33
21 passed · 12 failed
Per year
4,189 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S10 PBT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
23 Dec 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S10 PBT was last recorded at 117,769 miles on 17 Jun 2026, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
117,766 miles · 16 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
4,189 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 117,769 miles
  • 2025 – 116,380 miles
  • 2024 – 114,804 miles
  • 2023 – 112,044 miles
  • 2022 – 110,689 miles
  • 2021 – 106,854 miles
  • 2020 – 104,502 miles
  • 2019 – 100,524 miles
  • 2018 – 96,017 miles
  • 2017 – 90,737 miles
  • 2016 – 84,432 miles
  • 2015 – 77,478 miles
  • 2014 – 73,028 miles
  • 2013 – 68,767 miles
  • 2012 – 65,475 miles
  • 2011 – 63,753 miles
  • 2010 – 59,022 miles
  • 2009 – 53,102 miles
  • 2008 – 47,277 miles
  • 2007 – 42,225 miles
  • 2005 – 31,935 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass117,769 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged x2 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryEml onRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2005–2014

  • Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2021–2026

  • Engine management warning light on [at time of testing]

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Oil leak [bad]

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • EML illuminated at time of test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

33 tests since 20 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass117,769 miles (+3)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    117,769 miles
    Test number
    466866392174
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged x2 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEml on

  2. Fail117,766 miles (+1,386)1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,766 miles
    Test number
    604447282256
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect x2 (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged x2 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEml on

  3. Pass116,380 miles (+1,576)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    116,380 miles
    Test number
    676897158511
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides os/ns (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (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))

  4. Pass114,804 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    114,804 miles
    Test number
    991734981238
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge + outer wall damaged/cut (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive heavy oil leaks (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail114,804 miles (+2,760)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,804 miles
    Test number
    755626894703
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn 'P' bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn 'P' bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault airbag lamp on (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge + outer wall damaged/cut (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive heavy oil leaks (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine MIL Lamp on at time of test

  6. Pass112,044 miles (+6)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    112,044 miles
    Test number
    459284974718
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear both n/s o/s [P] bushes worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine management warning light on [at time of testing]
    • AdvisoryOil leak [bad]

  7. Fail112,038 miles (+1,349)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,038 miles
    Test number
    182065791641
    • MajorDriver's airbag obviously inoperative air bag warning light on (7.1.5 (c))
    • MajorFront Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced front both n/s o/s outer headlight lens misty (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid front windscreen washers not working [possible no water] (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken rear n/s spring broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Direction indicator incorrect colour rear both n/s o/s indicators white (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryEngine management warning light on [at time of testing]
    • AdvisoryOil leak [bad]

  8. Pass110,689 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2023
    Odometer
    110,689 miles
    Test number
    749293018300
    • AdvisoryEML illuminated at time of test
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  9. Fail110,689 miles (+3,835)6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,689 miles
    Test number
    661921352511
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn P bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn P bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryEML illuminated at time of test
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad wear indicator illuminated at time of test
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  10. Pass106,854 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2022
    Odometer
    106,854 miles
    Test number
    491735029914
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail106,854 miles (+2,352)2 dangerous1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,854 miles
    Test number
    790385533052
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass104,502 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    104,502 miles
    Test number
    822774406132
    • MinorCentral Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Fail104,502 miles (+3,978)1 dangerous2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,502 miles
    Test number
    333841679040
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorCentral Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  14. Pass100,524 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    100,524 miles
    Test number
    537717985543

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail100,521 miles (+4,504)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,521 miles
    Test number
    107247845994
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

  16. Pass96,017 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    96,017 miles
    Test number
    232493371712
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded all rear pipes (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Fail96,015 miles (+5,278)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,015 miles
    Test number
    316898335136
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded all rear pipes (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass90,737 miles (+6,305)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    90,737 miles
    Test number
    778193435014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass84,432 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    84,432 miles
    Test number
    855128651892
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear [P] bush worn (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement [P] bush worn (2.4.G.2)

  20. Fail84,429 miles (+6,951)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,429 miles
    Test number
    701988699133
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear [P] bush worn (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement [P] bush worn (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass77,478 miles (+4,450)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    77,478 miles
    Test number
    167539675472
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  22. Pass73,028 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    73,028 miles
    Test number
    556730684075
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside front tyre starting to split/tear (inner sidewall)

  23. Fail73,028 miles (+4,261)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,028 miles
    Test number
    175579774031
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside front tyre starting to split/tear (inner sidewall)

  24. Pass68,767 miles (+3,292)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    68,767 miles
    Test number
    576587663072
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre inner sidewall starting to split

  25. Pass65,475 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    65,475 miles
    Test number
    386163872053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail65,475 miles (+1,722)4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,475 miles
    Test number
    926303972047
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  27. Pass63,753 miles (+4,731)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    63,753 miles
    Test number
    966713451019
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteAll four tyres wearing on inner edges but not enough to expose inner plys or cords advise replacement

  28. Pass59,022 miles (+5,920)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    59,022 miles
    Test number
    292154350063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass53,102 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    53,102 miles
    Test number
    194495069458

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail53,102 miles (+5,825)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,102 miles
    Test number
    703314169033
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  31. Pass47,277 miles (+5,052)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    47,277 miles
    Test number
    733439858093
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre

  32. Pass42,225 miles (+10,290)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    42,225 miles
    Test number
    741677367024
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  33. Pass31,935 miles5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    31,935 miles
    Test number
    641184455309
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBoth front seat belts slow to retract

Questions about S10 PBT

Does S10 PBT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S10 PBT is valid until 30 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on S10 PBT?
The MOT on S10 PBT is valid until 30 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S10 PBT done?
S10 PBT was recorded at 117,769 miles at its MOT on 17 Jun 2026, an average of 4,189 miles a year.
Has S10 PBT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S10 PBT has failed 12 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on S10 PBT 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 S10 PBT find?
S10 PBT passed its latest MOT on 17 Jun 2026 with 4 advisories: front tyre slightly damaged x2; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged; oil leak, but not excessive, and 1 more.

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