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BMW 3 Series

White · Petrol · 2012 · 2,996 cc

S23 GDSMOT history

S23 GDS is a white petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 23 Mar 2012. Its MOT is valid until 29 Dec 2026 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 127,280 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Dec 2025.

S23 GDS white 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 29 Dec 2026
Mileage
127,280 mi
At MOT on 30 Dec 2025
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
7,738 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S23 GDS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,996 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
23 Mar 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
30 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S23 GDS was last recorded at 127,280 miles on 30 Dec 2025, 362 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
126,918 miles · 5 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
362 miles
Average per year
7,738 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 127,280 miles
  • 2024 – 125,264 miles
  • 2023 – 119,582 miles
  • 2022 – 110,443 miles
  • 2021 – 100,319 miles
  • 2020 – 91,771 miles
  • 2019 – 86,416 miles
  • 2018 – 76,332 miles
  • 2017 – 63,645 miles
  • 2016 – 54,866 miles
  • 2015 – 43,913 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass127,280 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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

15 tests since 23 Mar 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass127,280 miles (+362)
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    127,280 miles
    Test number
    626922853812

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass126,918 miles (+1,654)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    126,918 miles
    Test number
    583338902164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass125,264 miles (+5,682)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    125,264 miles
    Test number
    770693043904
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  4. Pass119,582 miles (+9,139)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    119,582 miles
    Test number
    549732233514

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass110,443 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2023
    Odometer
    110,443 miles
    Test number
    588948762993

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail110,443 miles (+10,124)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,443 miles
    Test number
    901963789606
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Pass100,319 miles (+147)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2022
    Odometer
    100,319 miles
    Test number
    935240689387
    • MinorNearside Rear Inner Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which obviously reduces light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Inner Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which obviously reduces light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight leak from rear gearbox prop seal

  8. Fail100,172 miles (+8,401)2 dangerous2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,172 miles
    Test number
    710396139490
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed outter sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGearbox oil leak slightly

  9. Pass91,771 miles (+5,355)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2021
    Odometer
    91,771 miles
    Test number
    461494460530

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass86,416 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    86,416 miles
    Test number
    812275037454
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  11. Fail86,413 miles (+10,081)1 dangerous1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,413 miles
    Test number
    140479977293
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer not working both side (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  12. Pass76,332 miles (+12,687)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2019
    Odometer
    76,332 miles
    Test number
    660730963239
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  13. Pass63,645 miles (+8,779)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2018
    Odometer
    63,645 miles
    Test number
    570288910594

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass54,866 miles (+10,953)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    54,866 miles
    Test number
    601506353175
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit NEEDS EARLY ATTENSION. (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit NEEDS EARLY ATTENSION. (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass43,913 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    43,913 miles
    Test number
    575232485029
    • 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)

Questions about S23 GDS

Does S23 GDS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S23 GDS is valid until 29 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on S23 GDS?
The MOT on S23 GDS is valid until 29 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S23 GDS done?
S23 GDS was recorded at 127,280 miles at its MOT on 30 Dec 2025, an average of 7,738 miles a year.
Has S23 GDS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S23 GDS has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 9 May 2022.
Has the mileage on S23 GDS 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 GDS find?
S23 GDS passed its latest MOT on 30 Dec 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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