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BMW M3

Orange · Petrol · 2003 · 3,246 cc

S17 AYPMOT history

S17 AYP is an orange petrol BMW M3 first used on 1 Mar 2003. Its MOT is valid until 11 May 2027 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 97,662 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 May 2026.

S17 AYP orange 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 11 May 2027
Mileage
97,662 mi
At MOT on 12 May 2026
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,732 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S17 AYP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
M3
Colour
Orange
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,246 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
1 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 May 2027
Latest MOT test
12 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S17 AYP was last recorded at 97,662 miles on 12 May 2026, 13 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,649 miles · 6 May 2026
Between the last two tests
13 miles
Average per year
3,732 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 97,662 miles
  • 2023 – 97,648 miles
  • 2021 – 97,034 miles
  • 2020 – 96,864 miles
  • 2019 – 93,938 miles
  • 2018 – 90,204 miles
  • 2017 – 86,986 miles
  • 2016 – 84,809 miles
  • 2015 – 79,559 miles
  • 2014 – 75,200 miles
  • 2013 – 71,328 miles
  • 2012 – 65,846 miles
  • 2011 – 58,842 miles
  • 2010 – 52,572 miles
  • 2009 – 45,032 miles
  • 2008 – 38,417 miles
  • 2007 – 31,085 miles
  • 2006 – 23,128 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,662 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2019

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 corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2026

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2026

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2026

Full MOT history

26 tests since 23 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass97,662 miles (+13)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2027
    Odometer
    97,662 miles
    Test number
    234725495483
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail97,649 miles (+1)11 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,649 miles
    Test number
    781751040526
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorBrake pedal not releasing correctly and functionality of brakes affected (1.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (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))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass97,648 miles (+7)13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    97,648 miles
    Test number
    744712541030
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge badly worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light showing
    • AdvisoryTpms light showing

  4. Fail97,641 miles (+607)2 major13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,641 miles
    Test number
    623403936318
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative broken (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorRegistration plate does not conform to the specified requirements front and rear incorrectly spaced (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge badly worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light showing
    • AdvisoryTpms light showing

  5. Pass97,034 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    97,034 miles
    Test number
    395198309834
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail97,034 miles (+170)2 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,034 miles
    Test number
    358149646608
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass96,864 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    96,864 miles
    Test number
    108535884439
    • AdvisoryEngine Covers Fitted Obscuring Some Components
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front To Rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner Edge Balding (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front To Rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner Edge Balding (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays Fitted Obscuring Some Components

  8. Fail96,860 miles (+2,922)1 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,860 miles
    Test number
    158631379751
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryEngine Covers Fitted Obscuring Some Components
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front To Rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner Edge Balding (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front To Rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner Edge Balding (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays Fitted Obscuring Some Components

  9. Pass93,938 miles (+4)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    93,938 miles
    Test number
    609680362730
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front To Rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front To Rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Drive shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated Slight Movement (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Rear Differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays Fitted Obscuring Some Components

  10. Fail93,934 miles (+3,730)4 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,934 miles
    Test number
    382408441008
    • MajorEmissions not tested Due To Leak (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective Seal Split (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Both Backbox Clamps Missing/Loose (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front To Rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front To Rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Drive shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated Slight Movement (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Rear Differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays Fitted Obscuring Some Components

  11. Pass90,204 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    90,204 miles
    Test number
    719298234001
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Drive shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

  12. Fail90,202 miles (+3,216)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,202 miles
    Test number
    641987003815
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Drive shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass86,986 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    86,986 miles
    Test number
    710976686260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail86,982 miles (+2,173)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,982 miles
    Test number
    387220796422
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

  15. Pass84,809 miles (+5,250)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    84,809 miles
    Test number
    218005968090
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre has a cut between the tread pattern but cords not visible
    • AdvisoryOil leak Engine oil
    • AdvisoryOil leak differential

  16. Pass79,559 miles (+4,359)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    79,559 miles
    Test number
    498084325265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass75,200 miles (+3,872)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    75,200 miles
    Test number
    298721534281
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass71,328 miles (+5,482)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    71,328 miles
    Test number
    858646723214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass65,846 miles (+7,004)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    65,846 miles
    Test number
    947454122266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass58,842 miles (+6,270)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    58,842 miles
    Test number
    667872021249
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  21. Pass52,572 miles (+7,540)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    52,572 miles
    Test number
    851108100253
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass45,032 miles (+6,615)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    45,032 miles
    Test number
    392653319210
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass38,417 miles (+7,332)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    38,417 miles
    Test number
    384894128214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass31,085 miles (+152)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    31,085 miles
    Test number
    992269217227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail30,933 miles (+7,805)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,933 miles
    Test number
    551942717269
    • FailureOffside Rear Parking brake is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (3.1.2)

  26. Pass23,128 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2007
    Odometer
    23,128 miles
    Test number
    281853746123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S17 AYP

Does S17 AYP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S17 AYP is valid until 11 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on S17 AYP?
The MOT on S17 AYP is valid until 11 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S17 AYP done?
S17 AYP was recorded at 97,662 miles at its MOT on 12 May 2026, an average of 3,732 miles a year.
Has S17 AYP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S17 AYP has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 6 May 2026.
Has the mileage on S17 AYP 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 S17 AYP find?
S17 AYP passed its latest MOT on 12 May 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material.

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