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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Petrol · 2006 · 2,494 cc

S14 VDRMOT history

S14 VDR is a grey petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 14 Mar 2006. Its MOT is valid until 7 Sept 2027 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 114,219 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Sept 2026.

S14 VDR grey 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 7 Sept 2027
Mileage
114,219 mi
At MOT on 8 Sept 2026
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,389 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S14 VDR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
14 Mar 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S14 VDR was last recorded at 114,219 miles on 8 Sept 2026, 3,252 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
110,967 miles · 12 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
3,252 miles
Average per year
5,389 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 114,219 miles
  • 2025 – 110,967 miles
  • 2024 – 103,323 miles
  • 2023 – 101,920 miles
  • 2022 – 96,318 miles
  • 2021 – 88,581 miles
  • 2020 – 81,510 miles
  • 2019 – 79,185 miles
  • 2018 – 76,758 miles
  • 2017 – 73,193 miles
  • 2016 – 70,845 miles
  • 2015 – 63,000 miles
  • 2014 – 57,684 miles
  • 2013 – 50,217 miles
  • 2012 – 44,201 miles
  • 2011 – 36,324 miles
  • 2010 – 27,787 miles
  • 2009 – 20,453 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass114,219 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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 pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

24 tests since 15 Apr 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass114,219 miles (+3,252)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    114,219 miles
    Test number
    251327784801
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

  2. Pass110,967 miles (+7,644)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    110,967 miles
    Test number
    943320324987
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive under the engine and gear box (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass103,323 miles (+1,403)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    103,323 miles
    Test number
    705385690968
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leaks

  4. Pass101,920 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    101,920 miles
    Test number
    791666701803
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail101,920 miles (+5,602)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,920 miles
    Test number
    730351535011
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass96,318 miles (+7,737)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    96,318 miles
    Test number
    121592303255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass88,581 miles (+7,071)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    88,581 miles
    Test number
    947011995539
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass81,510 miles (+2,325)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    81,510 miles
    Test number
    174151402559
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering arm deformed but serviceable (2.1.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Pass79,185 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    79,185 miles
    Test number
    791913251220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail79,185 miles (+2,427)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,185 miles
    Test number
    201940116327
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  11. Pass76,758 miles (+3,565)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    76,758 miles
    Test number
    920411298130
    • MinorTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (5.2.3 (h) (i))

  12. Pass73,193 miles (+2,348)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    73,193 miles
    Test number
    677394992309

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass70,845 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    70,845 miles
    Test number
    267106901741
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing on edges (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play rack arm (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing on edges (4.1.E.1)

  14. Fail70,844 miles (+7,844)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,844 miles
    Test number
    100730407208
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing on edges (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play rack arm (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing on edges (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass63,000 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2016
    Odometer
    63,000 miles
    Test number
    405386805160
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear 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. Fail62,999 miles (+5,315)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,999 miles
    Test number
    256086205473
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear 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)

  17. Pass57,684 miles (+7,467)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2015
    Odometer
    57,684 miles
    Test number
    187437124135
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

  18. Pass50,217 miles (+6,016)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    50,217 miles
    Test number
    806418293050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass44,201 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    44,201 miles
    Test number
    319930992007
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Fail44,200 miles (+7,876)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,200 miles
    Test number
    187790692461
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass36,324 miles (+8,537)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    36,324 miles
    Test number
    938988891070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass27,787 miles (+27)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    27,787 miles
    Test number
    970874170016
    • NoteVehicle returned for retest with four different wheels and tyres.

  23. Fail27,760 miles (+7,307)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,760 miles
    Test number
    902672970004
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  24. Pass20,453 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    20,453 miles
    Test number
    950505309189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S14 VDR

Does S14 VDR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S14 VDR is valid until 7 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on S14 VDR?
The MOT on S14 VDR is valid until 7 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S14 VDR done?
S14 VDR was recorded at 114,219 miles at its MOT on 8 Sept 2026, an average of 5,389 miles a year.
Has S14 VDR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S14 VDR has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Jun 2023.
Has the mileage on S14 VDR 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 S14 VDR find?
S14 VDR passed its latest MOT on 8 Sept 2026 with 2 minor defects: nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; windscreen wiper blade defective.

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