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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Diesel · 2013 · 1,995 cc

S23 TLAMOT history

S23 TLA is a grey diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 27 Jun 2013. Its MOT is valid until 22 Jun 2027 and it has passed 12 of 14 MOT tests, with 117,909 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jun 2026.

S23 TLA grey BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 22 Jun 2027
Mileage
117,909 mi
At MOT on 23 Jun 2026
MOT tests
14
12 passed · 2 failed
Per year
9,228 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S23 TLA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
27 Jun 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S23 TLA was last recorded at 117,909 miles on 23 Jun 2026, 15,923 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
101,986 miles · 30 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
15,923 miles
Average per year
9,228 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 117,909 miles
  • 2025 – 101,986 miles
  • 2024 – 88,200 miles
  • 2023 – 80,693 miles
  • 2022 – 77,699 miles
  • 2021 – 72,018 miles
  • 2020 – 64,063 miles
  • 2019 – 55,692 miles
  • 2018 – 45,453 miles
  • 2017 – 35,675 miles
  • 2016 – 25,116 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass117,909 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryBoth rear inner lamp lens loose
  • AdvisoryStone chip windscreen
  • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted
  • AdvisoryWasher jets poor

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

14 tests since 2 Jun 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass117,909 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    117,909 miles
    Test number
    929350302661
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear inner lamp lens loose
    • AdvisoryStone chip windscreen
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted
    • AdvisoryWasher jets poor

  2. Fail117,909 miles (+15,923)1 dangerous7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,909 miles
    Test number
    799747641442
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear inner lamp lens loose
    • AdvisoryStone chip windscreen
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted
    • AdvisoryWasher jets poor

  3. Pass101,986 miles (+13,786)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    101,986 miles
    Test number
    559446706101
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass88,200 miles (+7,507)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    88,200 miles
    Test number
    594941219138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass80,693 miles (+2,994)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    80,693 miles
    Test number
    572192707907

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass77,699 miles (+5,681)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    77,699 miles
    Test number
    534590101714
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and engine covers fitted obscuring view of certain components

  7. Pass72,018 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    72,018 miles
    Test number
    674773450049
    • 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))

  8. Fail72,018 miles (+7,955)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,018 miles
    Test number
    731046844375
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • 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))

  9. Pass64,063 miles (+8,371)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    64,063 miles
    Test number
    435155392265
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass55,692 miles (+10,239)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    55,692 miles
    Test number
    625660349931
    • 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))

  11. Pass45,453 miles (+9,778)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    45,453 miles
    Test number
    229841207236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass35,675 miles (+144)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    35,675 miles
    Test number
    575372997873

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass35,531 miles (+10,415)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    35,531 miles
    Test number
    321261217821

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass25,116 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    25,116 miles
    Test number
    735337482985
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre wearing inner shoulder
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre wearing inner shoulder
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear nail in tread

Questions about S23 TLA

Does S23 TLA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S23 TLA is valid until 22 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on S23 TLA?
The MOT on S23 TLA is valid until 22 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S23 TLA done?
S23 TLA was recorded at 117,909 miles at its MOT on 23 Jun 2026, an average of 9,228 miles a year.
Has S23 TLA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S23 TLA has failed 2 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on S23 TLA 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 TLA find?
S23 TLA passed its latest MOT on 23 Jun 2026 with 7 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm; offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm, and 4 more.

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