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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2005 · 1,995 cc

S17 EDFMOT history

S17 EDF is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 6 Jul 2005. Its MOT expired on 14 Oct 2024 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 180,012 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Sept 2023.

S17 EDF black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 14 Oct 2024
Mileage
180,012 mi
At MOT on 25 Sept 2023
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
10,153 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S17 EDF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
6 Jul 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Oct 2024
Latest MOT test
25 Sept 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

S17 EDF was last recorded at 180,012 miles on 25 Sept 2023, 9,376 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Oct 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
170,636 miles · 12 Oct 2022
Between the last two tests
9,376 miles
Average per year
10,153 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 180,012 miles
  • 2022 – 170,636 miles
  • 2021 – 164,421 miles
  • 2020 – 154,068 miles
  • 2019 – 145,073 miles
  • 2018 – 144,249 miles
  • 2017 – 137,446 miles
  • 2016 – 129,643 miles
  • 2015 – 116,661 miles
  • 2014 – 103,031 miles
  • 2013 – 85,312 miles
  • 2012 – 63,907 miles
  • 2011 – 49,874 miles
  • 2010 – 41,193 miles
  • 2009 – 30,687 miles
  • 2008 – 25,326 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass180,012 miles
  • MinorFront Brake hose slightly damaged BOTH SIDE (1.1.12 (b) (i))
  • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view ZONE A LESS THEN 10 MM (3.2 (a) (i))
  • MinorRear Brake hose slightly damaged BOTH SIDE (1.1.12 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin BOTH SIDE (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded BOTH SIDE (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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 Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Nearside Front Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

20 tests since 30 Jun 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass180,012 miles (+9,376)3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    180,012 miles
    Test number
    892507152319
    • MinorFront Brake hose slightly damaged BOTH SIDE (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view ZONE A LESS THEN 10 MM (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorRear Brake hose slightly damaged BOTH SIDE (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin BOTH SIDE (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded BOTH SIDE (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass170,636 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    170,636 miles
    Test number
    652070770431
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Fail170,636 miles (+6,215)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,636 miles
    Test number
    372866661287
    • DangerousOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Pass164,421 miles (+10,353)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    164,421 miles
    Test number
    410622714108
    • AdvisoryRear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity both (4.2.3 (b) (ii))

  5. Pass154,068 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    154,068 miles
    Test number
    903819912624
    • AdvisoryBoot has obstruction restricting inspection
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (ii))

  6. Fail154,065 miles (+8,992)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,065 miles
    Test number
    962447473022
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device cannot be operated from the driver's seat (4.1.5 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoot has obstruction restricting inspection
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (ii))

  7. Pass145,073 miles (+1)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    145,073 miles
    Test number
    190898499320
    • MinorRear reflector not red in colour both (4.8.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre

  8. Fail145,072 miles (+823)1 dangerous7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,072 miles
    Test number
    854784686325
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorHeadlamp lens seriously defective faded (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively twisted insecure (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre

  9. Pass144,249 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    144,249 miles
    Test number
    229768377560
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  10. Fail144,249 miles (+6,803)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,249 miles
    Test number
    891743567426
    • DangerousRear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  11. Pass137,446 miles (+7,803)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    137,446 miles
    Test number
    235286986973

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass129,643 miles (+12,982)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    129,643 miles
    Test number
    705830486030
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

  13. Pass116,661 miles (+13,630)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    116,661 miles
    Test number
    146087795175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass103,031 miles (+17,719)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    103,031 miles
    Test number
    729170614289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass85,312 miles (+21,405)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    85,312 miles
    Test number
    185790013244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass63,907 miles (+14,033)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    63,907 miles
    Test number
    666520112258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass49,874 miles (+8,681)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2012
    Odometer
    49,874 miles
    Test number
    707289121146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass41,193 miles (+10,506)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2011
    Odometer
    41,193 miles
    Test number
    202355920145
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass30,687 miles (+5,361)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2010
    Odometer
    30,687 miles
    Test number
    800915829147
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  20. Pass25,326 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    25,326 miles
    Test number
    414552488175
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Questions about S17 EDF

Does S17 EDF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S17 EDF expired on 14 Oct 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S17 EDF?
The MOT on S17 EDF expired on 14 Oct 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S17 EDF done?
S17 EDF was recorded at 180,012 miles at its MOT on 25 Sept 2023, an average of 10,153 miles a year.
Has S17 EDF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S17 EDF has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on S17 EDF 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 EDF find?
S17 EDF passed its latest MOT on 25 Sept 2023 with 3 minor defects and 6 advisories: front brake hose slightly damaged both side; front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view zone a less then 10 mm; rear brake hose slightly damaged both side, and 6 more.

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