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BMW 3 Series

White · Diesel · 2014 · 1,995 cc

S20 JOWMOT history

S20 JOW is a white diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 27 Nov 2014. Its MOT is valid until 22 Oct 2027 and it has passed 10 of 14 MOT tests, with 142,621 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Oct 2026.

S20 JOW white BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 22 Oct 2027
Mileage
142,621 mi
At MOT on 20 Oct 2026
MOT tests
14
10 passed · 4 failed
Per year
10,892 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S20 JOW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2014
First used
27 Nov 2014
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S20 JOW was last recorded at 142,621 miles on 20 Oct 2026, 20,759 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
121,862 miles · 17 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
20,759 miles
Average per year
10,892 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 142,621 miles
  • 2025 – 121,862 miles
  • 2024 – 107,143 miles
  • 2023 – 93,806 miles
  • 2022 – 85,463 miles
  • 2021 – 77,735 miles
  • 2020 – 72,784 miles
  • 2019 – 65,728 miles
  • 2018 – 54,520 miles
  • 2017 – 45,409 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass142,621 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front section (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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 Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect only slight

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

14 tests since 16 Nov 2017, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass142,621 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    142,621 miles
    Test number
    696060929791
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front section (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail142,621 miles (+20,759)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,621 miles
    Test number
    105613927123
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front section (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass121,862 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    121,862 miles
    Test number
    887230376853

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail121,861 miles (+14,718)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,861 miles
    Test number
    894282782970
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass107,143 miles (+13,337)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    107,143 miles
    Test number
    233507821775
    • 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))

  6. Pass93,806 miles (+8,343)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    93,806 miles
    Test number
    248395911875
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Reversing lamp not working
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass85,463 miles (+7,728)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    85,463 miles
    Test number
    485507048595

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass77,735 miles (+4,951)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    77,735 miles
    Test number
    515735197221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass72,784 miles (+7,056)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    72,784 miles
    Test number
    332540708822
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre valve leaking air

  10. Pass65,728 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    65,728 miles
    Test number
    652245148182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail65,728 miles (+11,208)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,728 miles
    Test number
    308959917472
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  12. Pass54,520 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    54,520 miles
    Test number
    394794689289
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect only slight (5.3.2 (b))

  13. Fail54,520 miles (+9,111)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,520 miles
    Test number
    162889811000
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect only slight (5.3.2 (b))

  14. Pass45,409 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    45,409 miles
    Test number
    727204254874
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about S20 JOW

Does S20 JOW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S20 JOW is valid until 22 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on S20 JOW?
The MOT on S20 JOW is valid until 22 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S20 JOW done?
S20 JOW was recorded at 142,621 miles at its MOT on 20 Oct 2026, an average of 10,892 miles a year.
Has S20 JOW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S20 JOW has failed 4 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on S20 JOW 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 S20 JOW find?
S20 JOW passed its latest MOT on 20 Oct 2026 with 5 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front section; front inner brake pad(s) wearing thin; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 2 more.

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