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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 2,497 cc

S23 BPTMOT history

S23 BPT is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 6 Jun 2008. Its MOT expired on 28 Aug 2025 and it has passed 15 of 18 MOT tests, with 90,279 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Aug 2024.

S23 BPT 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 28 Aug 2025
Mileage
90,279 mi
At MOT on 29 Aug 2024
MOT tests
18
15 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,245 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S23 BPT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,497 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
6 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Aug 2025
Latest MOT test
29 Aug 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

S23 BPT was last recorded at 90,279 miles on 29 Aug 2024, 2,891 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Apr 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
87,388 miles · 26 Apr 2023
Between the last two tests
2,891 miles
Average per year
5,245 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 90,279 miles
  • 2023 – 87,388 miles
  • 2021 – 85,299 miles
  • 2020 – 78,768 miles
  • 2019 – 70,137 miles
  • 2018 – 66,201 miles
  • 2017 – 61,902 miles
  • 2016 – 57,481 miles
  • 2015 – 53,017 miles
  • 2014 – 48,332 miles
  • 2013 – 40,552 miles
  • 2012 – 31,432 miles
  • 2011 – 23,091 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass90,279 miles
  • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perishing on edge

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.

  • Offside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

18 tests since 16 May 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass90,279 miles (+2,891)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    90,279 miles
    Test number
    913087548449
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • 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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perishing on edge

  2. Pass87,388 miles (+30)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    87,388 miles
    Test number
    465515122553
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • 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 Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Fail87,358 miles (+2,059)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,358 miles
    Test number
    877014866018
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • 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 Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass85,299 miles (+6,531)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    85,299 miles
    Test number
    277729576057
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass78,768 miles (+3,761)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    78,768 miles
    Test number
    404903251293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass75,007 miles (+4,870)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    75,007 miles
    Test number
    581614805978
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass70,137 miles (+3,936)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    70,137 miles
    Test number
    612164311296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass66,201 miles (+4,299)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    66,201 miles
    Test number
    779113729178
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  9. Pass61,902 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    61,902 miles
    Test number
    229695093764

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail61,902 miles (+4,421)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,902 miles
    Test number
    754003265455
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  11. Pass57,481 miles (+4,464)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    57,481 miles
    Test number
    481653156872

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass53,017 miles (+4,685)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    53,017 miles
    Test number
    929667675032
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  13. Pass48,332 miles (+7,780)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    48,332 miles
    Test number
    537976944233
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Pass40,552 miles (+9,120)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    40,552 miles
    Test number
    187339543214
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  15. Pass31,432 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    31,432 miles
    Test number
    826471152235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail31,431 miles (+8,340)1 failure1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,431 miles
    Test number
    817851452223
    • FailureFront Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high (1.8)

  17. Pass23,091 miles (+2,512)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    23,091 miles
    Test number
    699362151264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass20,579 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    20,579 miles
    Test number
    229886331446

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S23 BPT

Does S23 BPT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S23 BPT expired on 28 Aug 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S23 BPT?
The MOT on S23 BPT expired on 28 Aug 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S23 BPT done?
S23 BPT was recorded at 90,279 miles at its MOT on 29 Aug 2024, an average of 5,245 miles a year.
Has S23 BPT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S23 BPT has failed 3 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Apr 2023.
Has the mileage on S23 BPT 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 S23 BPT find?
S23 BPT passed its latest MOT on 29 Aug 2024 with 7 advisories: items removed from driver's view prior to test; nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 4 more.

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