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BMW M3

Black · Petrol · 2002 · 3,246 cc

S17 CSLMOT history

S17 CSL is a black petrol BMW M3 first used on 29 May 2002. Its MOT is valid until 12 Dec 2026 and it has passed 15 of 17 MOT tests, with 84,539 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Dec 2025.

S17 CSL black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 12 Dec 2026
Mileage
84,539 mi
At MOT on 13 Dec 2025
MOT tests
17
15 passed · 2 failed
Per year
3,079 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S17 CSL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
M3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,246 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
29 May 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
13 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S17 CSL was last recorded at 84,539 miles on 13 Dec 2025, 1,139 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
83,400 miles · 12 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
1,139 miles
Average per year
3,079 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 84,539 miles
  • 2024 – 83,400 miles
  • 2023 – 82,607 miles
  • 2022 – 82,219 miles
  • 2020 – 80,713 miles
  • 2014 – 78,906 miles
  • 2013 – 74,025 miles
  • 2012 – 65,873 miles
  • 2011 – 60,251 miles
  • 2010 – 54,514 miles
  • 2009 – 49,867 miles
  • 2008 – 44,118 miles
  • 2007 – 31,936 miles
  • 2006 – 26,026 miles
  • 2005 – 21,211 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass84,539 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2007

Full MOT history

17 tests since 19 May 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass84,539 miles (+1,139)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    84,539 miles
    Test number
    477362620083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass83,400 miles (+793)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    83,400 miles
    Test number
    401557611051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass82,607 miles (+388)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    82,607 miles
    Test number
    655831657226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass82,219 miles (+1,506)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2023
    Odometer
    82,219 miles
    Test number
    776572777885

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass80,713 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    80,713 miles
    Test number
    639333618149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail80,712 miles (+1,806)1 dangerous5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,712 miles
    Test number
    634038443355
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBrake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  7. Pass78,906 miles (+4,881)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    78,906 miles
    Test number
    586890204145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass74,025 miles (+24)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    74,025 miles
    Test number
    686863013115
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  9. Fail74,001 miles (+8,128)1 failure3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,001 miles
    Test number
    677599003127
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  10. Pass65,873 miles (+5,622)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    65,873 miles
    Test number
    537816612113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass60,251 miles (+5,737)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    60,251 miles
    Test number
    245079001471

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass54,514 miles (+4,647)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    54,514 miles
    Test number
    420780810132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass49,867 miles (+5,749)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    49,867 miles
    Test number
    474930319147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass44,118 miles (+12,182)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    44,118 miles
    Test number
    241924818421

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass31,936 miles (+5,910)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    31,936 miles
    Test number
    773864317109
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
  16. Pass26,026 miles (+4,815)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    26,026 miles
    Test number
    584668516157
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
  17. Pass21,211 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2006
    Odometer
    21,211 miles
    Test number
    472099135189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S17 CSL

Does S17 CSL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S17 CSL is valid until 12 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on S17 CSL?
The MOT on S17 CSL is valid until 12 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S17 CSL done?
S17 CSL was recorded at 84,539 miles at its MOT on 13 Dec 2025, an average of 3,079 miles a year.
Has S17 CSL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S17 CSL has failed 2 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Dec 2020.
Has the mileage on S17 CSL 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 CSL find?
S17 CSL passed its latest MOT on 13 Dec 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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