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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2002 · 2,979 cc

S15 NURMOT history

S15 NUR is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 11 Apr 2002. Its MOT expired on 29 Jul 2026 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 164,379 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jul 2025.

S15 NUR black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 29 Jul 2026
Mileage
164,379 mi
At MOT on 30 Jul 2025
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,043 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S15 NUR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
11 Apr 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
30 Jul 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S15 NUR was last recorded at 164,379 miles on 30 Jul 2025, 15 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
164,364 miles · 18 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
15 miles
Average per year
6,043 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 164,379 miles
  • 2024 – 159,523 miles
  • 2022 – 148,481 miles
  • 2021 – 139,602 miles
  • 2020 – 134,086 miles
  • 2019 – 129,034 miles
  • 2018 – 119,051 miles
  • 2017 – 111,888 miles
  • 2016 – 104,692 miles
  • 2015 – 97,540 miles
  • 2014 – 88,212 miles
  • 2013 – 84,875 miles
  • 2012 – 82,191 miles
  • 2011 – 78,527 miles
  • 2010 – 74,120 miles
  • 2009 – 68,686 miles
  • 2008 – 64,150 miles
  • 2007 – 58,496 miles
  • 2006 – 51,141 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass164,379 miles
  • MinorOffside Rear 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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge poor condition (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge poor condition (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear metal pipes corroded beside fuel tank and at hose joint (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major3 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

26 tests since 3 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass164,379 miles (+15)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    164,379 miles
    Test number
    178763624332
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge poor condition (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge poor condition (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear metal pipes corroded beside fuel tank and at hose joint (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail164,364 miles (+4,841)8 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,364 miles
    Test number
    356406660822
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorCentral Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative linkage broken (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge poor condition (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge poor condition (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear metal pipes corroded beside fuel tank and at hose joint (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass159,523 miles (+11,042)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    159,523 miles
    Test number
    244303509617
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  4. Pass148,481 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    148,481 miles
    Test number
    553092258980
    • AdvisoryEngine oil 1.5 L
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both fronts
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm Worn edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm Worn inner (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp Both rear (4.2.3 (c))

  5. Fail148,481 miles (+8,879)2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,481 miles
    Test number
    351736968897
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil 1.5 L
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both fronts
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm Worn edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm Worn inner (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp Both rear (4.2.3 (c))

  6. Pass139,602 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    139,602 miles
    Test number
    533193390239
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  7. Fail139,602 miles (+5,516)5 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,602 miles
    Test number
    697322984741
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  8. Pass134,086 miles (+187)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    134,086 miles
    Test number
    269682580934
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak.

  9. Fail133,899 miles (+4,865)5 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,899 miles
    Test number
    241531635691
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak.

  10. Pass129,034 miles (+9,983)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    129,034 miles
    Test number
    114411265748
    • AdvisoryE M L on

  11. Pass119,051 miles (+7,163)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    119,051 miles
    Test number
    338663587438
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  12. Pass111,888 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    111,888 miles
    Test number
    248580661299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail111,883 miles (+7,191)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,883 miles
    Test number
    363189378585
    • FailureDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

  14. Pass104,692 miles (+7,152)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    104,692 miles
    Test number
    596595630932

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass97,540 miles (+9,328)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    97,540 miles
    Test number
    599404101018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass88,212 miles (+3,337)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    88,212 miles
    Test number
    657754284295
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass84,875 miles (+2,684)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    84,875 miles
    Test number
    119003913302
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  18. Pass82,191 miles (+3,664)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    82,191 miles
    Test number
    785658502385

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass78,527 miles (+4,407)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    78,527 miles
    Test number
    355359801362

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass74,120 miles (+5,434)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    74,120 miles
    Test number
    360960210379

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail68,686 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,686 miles
    Test number
    150484519364
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass68,686 miles (+4,536)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    68,686 miles
    Test number
    663384519313
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass64,150 miles (+5,654)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    64,150 miles
    Test number
    473812818479
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass58,496 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    58,496 miles
    Test number
    683449517333

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass58,492 miles (+7,351)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    58,492 miles
    Test number
    144128117373

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass51,141 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    51,141 miles
    Test number
    162767906385

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S15 NUR

Does S15 NUR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S15 NUR expired on 29 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S15 NUR?
The MOT on S15 NUR expired on 29 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S15 NUR done?
S15 NUR was recorded at 164,379 miles at its MOT on 30 Jul 2025, an average of 6,043 miles a year.
Has S15 NUR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S15 NUR has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on S15 NUR 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 S15 NUR find?
S15 NUR passed its latest MOT on 30 Jul 2025 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: offside rear position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge poor condition; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge poor condition, and 1 more.

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