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BMW M3

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 3,246 cc

S23 TYDMOT history

S23 TYD is a black petrol BMW M3 first used on 31 Dec 2003. Its MOT is valid until 28 Oct 2027 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 118,868 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Oct 2026.

S23 TYD 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 Oct 2027
Mileage
118,868 mi
At MOT on 23 Oct 2026
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,963 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S23 TYD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
M3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,246 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
31 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S23 TYD was last recorded at 118,868 miles on 23 Oct 2026, 252 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
118,616 miles · 29 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
252 miles
Average per year
4,963 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 118,868 miles
  • 2025 – 118,616 miles
  • 2022 – 118,583 miles
  • 2021 – 118,511 miles
  • 2020 – 118,046 miles
  • 2019 – 117,433 miles
  • 2018 – 112,786 miles
  • 2017 – 108,209 miles
  • 2016 – 99,246 miles
  • 2015 – 91,398 miles
  • 2014 – 88,002 miles
  • 2013 – 84,095 miles
  • 2012 – 78,195 miles
  • 2011 – 75,789 miles
  • 2009 – 50,582 miles
  • 2008 – 27,565 miles
  • 2007 – 24,359 miles
  • 2006 – 20,366 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass118,868 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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded Near fuel tank (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear Tyre has a cut on outer sidewall but not deep to reach cords

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Rear Diff leaking oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

26 tests since 18 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass118,868 miles (+252)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    118,868 miles
    Test number
    193626741052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass118,616 miles (+16)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    118,616 miles
    Test number
    957280166053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail118,600 miles (+17)1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,600 miles
    Test number
    174632724516
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorCentral Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass118,583 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    118,583 miles
    Test number
    772921321897
    • MinorObligatory mirror slightly damaged centre, rear view mirror (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front track rod end has had heat applied
    • AdvisoryOffside Front track rod end has had heat applied

  5. Fail118,583 miles (+72)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,583 miles
    Test number
    198922063134
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorObligatory mirror slightly damaged centre, rear view mirror (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front track rod end has had heat applied
    • AdvisoryOffside Front track rod end has had heat applied

  6. Pass118,511 miles (+465)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    118,511 miles
    Test number
    717835945692
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated leaking (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated leaking (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  7. Pass118,046 miles (+613)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    118,046 miles
    Test number
    535050184566

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass117,433 miles (+4,647)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    117,433 miles
    Test number
    710205081644

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass112,786 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    112,786 miles
    Test number
    488030773446
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  10. Fail112,786 miles (+2,111)1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,786 miles
    Test number
    929165617130
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  11. Pass110,675 miles (+108)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    110,675 miles
    Test number
    255035465621
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded Near fuel tank (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut on outer sidewall but not deep to reach cords
    • AdvisoryRear Diff leaking oil
    • AdvisoryRear N/S+O/S tyres worn inner edges
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened N/S+O/S (3.5.1i)

  12. Fail110,567 miles (+2,358)1 failure3 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,567 miles
    Test number
    152214286317
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp levelling device obviously defective (1.7.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded Near fuel tank (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut on outer sidewall but not deep to reach cords
    • AdvisoryRear Diff leaking oil
    • AdvisoryRear N/S+O/S tyres worn inner edges
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened N/S+O/S (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass108,209 miles (+14)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    108,209 miles
    Test number
    745129677387
    • AdvisoryOil leak from engine
    • AdvisoryStrongly advise both rear tyres wearing on inner tread
    • AdvisoryStrongly nearside and offside rear metal brake pipes corroded

  14. Fail108,195 miles (+8,949)1 dangerous6 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,195 miles
    Test number
    587839759832
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside rear metal brake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak from engine
    • AdvisoryStrongly advise both rear tyres wearing on inner tread

  15. Pass99,246 miles (+7,848)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    99,246 miles
    Test number
    561328773103
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  16. Pass91,398 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    91,398 miles
    Test number
    385548655094
    • NoteRear diff oil leak

  17. Fail91,398 miles (+3,396)4 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,398 miles
    Test number
    675458755079
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteRear diff oil leak

  18. Pass88,002 miles (+3,907)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    88,002 miles
    Test number
    379989744028
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  19. Pass84,095 miles (+5,900)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    84,095 miles
    Test number
    897040353056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass78,195 miles (+2,406)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    78,195 miles
    Test number
    587474322079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass75,789 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2012
    Odometer
    75,789 miles
    Test number
    827083231178
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded

  22. Fail75,781 miles (+25,199)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,781 miles
    Test number
    718323131133
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded

  23. Pass50,582 miles (+23,017)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    50,582 miles
    Test number
    581628129383
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)
    • NoteBoth front tyres void of tread to inner + outer edges
    • NoteO/s/rear tyre void of tread to outer edge

  24. Pass27,565 miles (+3,206)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    27,565 miles
    Test number
    520262648272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass24,359 miles (+3,993)
    MOT expiry
    31 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    24,359 miles
    Test number
    442398937450

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass20,366 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    20,366 miles
    Test number
    624412056381

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S23 TYD

Does S23 TYD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S23 TYD is valid until 28 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on S23 TYD?
The MOT on S23 TYD is valid until 28 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S23 TYD done?
S23 TYD was recorded at 118,868 miles at its MOT on 23 Oct 2026, an average of 4,963 miles a year.
Has S23 TYD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S23 TYD has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on S23 TYD 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 TYD find?
S23 TYD passed its latest MOT on 23 Oct 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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