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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2007 · 2,171 cc

S12 MBMMOT history

S12 MBM is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 16 Jun 2007. Its MOT is valid until 5 Feb 2027 and it has passed 18 of 21 MOT tests, with 80,225 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Feb 2026.

S12 MBM 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 5 Feb 2027
Mileage
80,225 mi
At MOT on 2 Feb 2026
MOT tests
21
18 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,939 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S12 MBM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,171 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
16 Jun 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S12 MBM was last recorded at 80,225 miles on 2 Feb 2026, 3,648 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
76,577 miles · 28 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
3,648 miles
Average per year
3,939 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 80,225 miles
  • 2025 – 76,577 miles
  • 2024 – 72,757 miles
  • 2023 – 68,781 miles
  • 2021 – 63,573 miles
  • 2020 – 56,743 miles
  • 2019 – 56,169 miles
  • 2018 – 55,162 miles
  • 2017 – 53,898 miles
  • 2016 – 52,413 miles
  • 2015 – 48,349 miles
  • 2014 – 40,872 miles
  • 2013 – 37,068 miles
  • 2012 – 27,805 miles
  • 2011 – 23,696 miles
  • 2010 – 18,953 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass80,225 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Outer Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorOffside Rear Outer Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

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 pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tread Slightly uneven on inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

21 tests since 15 Jul 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass80,225 miles (+3,648)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    80,225 miles
    Test number
    202294541757
    • MinorNearside Rear Outer Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Outer Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass76,577 miles (+3,820)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    76,577 miles
    Test number
    940179151180
    • MinorNearside Rear Outer Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Outer Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass72,757 miles (+3,976)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    72,757 miles
    Test number
    760708773276
    • MinorNearside Rear Outer Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning L.E.D (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Outer Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning L.E.D (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass68,781 miles (+38)3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    68,781 miles
    Test number
    326752937455
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tread Slightly uneven on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tread Slightly uneven on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Fail68,743 miles (+5,170)1 dangerous1 major3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,743 miles
    Test number
    871582097984
    • DangerousNearside Rear Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tread Slightly uneven on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tread Slightly uneven on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass63,573 miles (+3,650)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    63,573 miles
    Test number
    104071349300
    • MinorRear All position lamps with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass59,923 miles (+3,180)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    59,923 miles
    Test number
    519144067436

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass56,743 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    56,743 miles
    Test number
    132987369062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail56,743 miles (+574)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,743 miles
    Test number
    808783243663
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass56,169 miles (+1,007)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    56,169 miles
    Test number
    718330594767
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAdvise o/s/r tyre tread perished

  11. Pass55,162 miles (+1,264)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    55,162 miles
    Test number
    654825377690

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass53,898 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    53,898 miles
    Test number
    745164744936

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail53,898 miles (+1,485)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,898 miles
    Test number
    313191639093
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  14. Pass52,413 miles (+15)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    52,413 miles
    Test number
    530848472607
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass52,398 miles (+4,049)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    52,398 miles
    Test number
    280415995799
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit both worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass48,349 miles (+7,477)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    48,349 miles
    Test number
    917877405149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass40,872 miles (+3,804)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    40,872 miles
    Test number
    436526914110
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on both edges

  18. Pass37,068 miles (+9,263)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2014
    Odometer
    37,068 miles
    Test number
    149228543161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass27,805 miles (+4,109)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    27,805 miles
    Test number
    615513792067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass23,696 miles (+4,743)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    23,696 miles
    Test number
    858712681152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass18,953 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    18,953 miles
    Test number
    772546290132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S12 MBM

Does S12 MBM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S12 MBM is valid until 5 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on S12 MBM?
The MOT on S12 MBM is valid until 5 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S12 MBM done?
S12 MBM was recorded at 80,225 miles at its MOT on 2 Feb 2026, an average of 3,939 miles a year.
Has S12 MBM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S12 MBM has failed 3 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on S12 MBM 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 MBM find?
S12 MBM passed its latest MOT on 2 Feb 2026 with 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: nearside rear outer position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; offside rear outer position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated, and 2 more.

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