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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2017 · 1,995 cc

S12 EFSMOT history

S12 EFS is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 28 Sept 2017. Its MOT is valid until 15 Apr 2027 and it has passed 6 of 8 MOT tests, with 112,932 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Apr 2026.

S12 EFS black 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 15 Apr 2027
Mileage
112,932 mi
At MOT on 16 Apr 2026
MOT tests
8
6 passed · 2 failed
Per year
14,264 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S12 EFS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2017
First used
28 Sept 2017
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S12 EFS was last recorded at 112,932 miles on 16 Apr 2026, 18,957 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
93,975 miles · 7 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
18,957 miles
Average per year
14,264 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 112,932 miles
  • 2025 – 93,975 miles
  • 2024 – 72,250 miles
  • 2022 – 58,542 miles
  • 2021 – 46,587 miles
  • 2020 – 35,454 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass112,932 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

8 tests since 9 Nov 2020, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass112,932 miles (+18,957)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    112,932 miles
    Test number
    838915609575
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  2. Pass93,975 miles (+21,725)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    93,975 miles
    Test number
    587484380946
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin both rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has light misting of oil nearside front (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has light misting of oil offside rear (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryTyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords nearside front (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  3. Pass72,250 miles (+13,708)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    72,250 miles
    Test number
    845040109908

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass58,542 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    58,542 miles
    Test number
    902218930831

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail58,531 miles (+11,944)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,531 miles
    Test number
    715001088224
    • DangerousOffside Rear Road wheel fractured inner rim (5.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass46,587 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    46,587 miles
    Test number
    681723562392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail46,587 miles (+11,133)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,587 miles
    Test number
    481774025332
    • Repaired at testFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
  8. Pass35,454 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    35,454 miles
    Test number
    610610931942

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S12 EFS

Does S12 EFS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S12 EFS is valid until 15 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on S12 EFS?
The MOT on S12 EFS is valid until 15 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S12 EFS done?
S12 EFS was recorded at 112,932 miles at its MOT on 16 Apr 2026, an average of 14,264 miles a year.
Has S12 EFS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S12 EFS has failed 2 of its 8 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on S12 EFS 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 S12 EFS find?
S12 EFS passed its latest MOT on 16 Apr 2026 with 7 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside front road wheel slightly distorted; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 4 more.

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