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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2006 · 2,979 cc

S20 TFNMOT history

S20 TFN is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 20 Dec 2006. Its MOT is valid until 28 Nov 2026 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 96,668 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Nov 2025.

S20 TFN black 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 28 Nov 2026
Mileage
96,668 mi
At MOT on 29 Nov 2025
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,171 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S20 TFN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
20 Dec 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
29 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S20 TFN was last recorded at 96,668 miles on 29 Nov 2025, 887 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Mar 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
95,781 miles · 21 Mar 2024
Between the last two tests
887 miles
Average per year
5,171 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 96,668 miles
  • 2024 – 95,781 miles
  • 2023 – 92,155 miles
  • 2022 – 88,184 miles
  • 2021 – 82,932 miles
  • 2020 – 75,566 miles
  • 2019 – 73,402 miles
  • 2018 – 69,474 miles
  • 2016 – 63,299 miles
  • 2015 – 60,938 miles
  • 2014 – 56,695 miles
  • 2013 – 48,488 miles
  • 2012 – 40,623 miles
  • 2010 – 25,911 miles
  • 2009 – 14,274 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass96,668 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.

  • Brake servo pipe slightly chafed and taped

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

20 tests since 23 Dec 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass96,668 miles (+887)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    96,668 miles
    Test number
    533092237945

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass95,781 miles (+3,626)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    95,781 miles
    Test number
    904632076658
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass92,155 miles (+3,971)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    92,155 miles
    Test number
    323818935930
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Nearside Offside (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass88,184 miles (+5,252)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    88,184 miles
    Test number
    334730854577
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass82,932 miles (+14)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    82,932 miles
    Test number
    802912452199
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake servo pipe slightly chafed and taped
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  6. Fail82,918 miles (+10)5 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,918 miles
    Test number
    340858185277
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorRegistration plate does not conform to the specified requirements Front and rear (0.1 (d))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake servo pipe slightly chafed and taped
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  7. Fail82,908 miles (+7,342)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,908 miles
    Test number
    985233130972
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  8. Pass75,566 miles (+2,164)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    75,566 miles
    Test number
    399196006311

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass73,402 miles (+3,928)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    73,402 miles
    Test number
    526170023451
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass69,474 miles (+6,175)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    69,474 miles
    Test number
    195613406461
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres wearing inner edges and outer sidewalls
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs corroded/worn
    • AdvisoryRear brake pipe coatings corroded

  11. Pass63,299 miles (+2,361)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    63,299 miles
    Test number
    491828860033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass60,938 miles (+4,243)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    60,938 miles
    Test number
    647400575042
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  13. Pass56,695 miles (+2)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    56,695 miles
    Test number
    268882264066
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteSill covers fitted
    • NoteSlight brake bind on Offside rear
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Fail56,693 miles (+8,205)1 failure5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,693 miles
    Test number
    975827954071
    • FailureBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteSill covers fitted
    • NoteSlight brake bind on Offside rear
    • NoteTyre pressure warning light on
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass48,488 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    48,488 miles
    Test number
    535075223095
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Fail48,488 miles (+7,865)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,488 miles
    Test number
    155111423403
    • FailureNearside Rear Road wheel fractured (4.2.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Road wheel fractured (4.2.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass40,623 miles (+14,712)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    40,623 miles
    Test number
    138585632467
    • NoteBonnet catch stiff to operate

  18. Pass25,911 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    25,911 miles
    Test number
    751029320340

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail25,898 miles (+11,624)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,898 miles
    Test number
    663328520326
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  20. Pass14,274 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    14,274 miles
    Test number
    142737559335

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S20 TFN

Does S20 TFN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S20 TFN is valid until 28 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on S20 TFN?
The MOT on S20 TFN is valid until 28 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S20 TFN done?
S20 TFN was recorded at 96,668 miles at its MOT on 29 Nov 2025, an average of 5,171 miles a year.
Has S20 TFN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S20 TFN has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Mar 2021.
Has the mileage on S20 TFN 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 TFN find?
S20 TFN passed its latest MOT on 29 Nov 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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