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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 2,171 cc

S24 CHAMOT history

S24 CHA is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 7 Oct 2003. Its MOT is valid until 22 Jul 2027 and it has passed 19 of 23 MOT tests, with 52,854 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Jul 2026.

S24 CHA blue 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 22 Jul 2027
Mileage
52,854 mi
At MOT on 21 Jul 2026
MOT tests
23
19 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,984 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S24 CHA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,171 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
7 Oct 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S24 CHA was last recorded at 52,854 miles on 21 Jul 2026, 2,678 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
50,176 miles · 23 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
2,678 miles
Average per year
1,984 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 52,854 miles
  • 2025 – 50,176 miles
  • 2024 – 48,547 miles
  • 2023 – 46,307 miles
  • 2022 – 44,438 miles
  • 2020 – 43,203 miles
  • 2019 – 40,761 miles
  • 2018 – 38,937 miles
  • 2016 – 38,478 miles
  • 2015 – 37,400 miles
  • 2014 – 34,965 miles
  • 2013 – 33,127 miles
  • 2012 – 31,458 miles
  • 2011 – 30,226 miles
  • 2010 – 27,944 miles
  • 2009 – 25,152 miles
  • 2008 – 21,528 miles
  • 2007 – 16,443 miles
  • 2006 – 13,516 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass52,854 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2018

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.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Brake disc worn, but not excessively all around

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Engine mounting damaged but not to excess

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

23 tests since 22 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass52,854 miles (+2,678)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    52,854 miles
    Test number
    328403267300
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass50,176 miles (+1,629)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    50,176 miles
    Test number
    928336050400
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHand brake has slight travel

  3. Pass48,547 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    48,547 miles
    Test number
    330043261840
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively all around (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

  4. Fail48,546 miles (+2,239)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,546 miles
    Test number
    342881711702
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively all around (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

  5. Pass46,307 miles (+31)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    46,307 miles
    Test number
    470914998438
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail46,276 miles (+1,838)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,276 miles
    Test number
    769225143285
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass44,438 miles (+1,235)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    44,438 miles
    Test number
    152078111804

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass43,203 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    43,203 miles
    Test number
    143389082187
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Fail43,203 miles (+2,442)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,203 miles
    Test number
    766033790115
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Pass40,761 miles (+1,824)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    40,761 miles
    Test number
    708387824520
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Pass38,937 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    38,937 miles
    Test number
    301977505078
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySurface rust

  12. Fail38,937 miles (+459)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,937 miles
    Test number
    868499177034
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions Incorrectly fitted (5.2.3 (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySurface rust

  13. Pass38,478 miles (+1,078)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    38,478 miles
    Test number
    369999822801
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  14. Pass37,400 miles (+2,435)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    37,400 miles
    Test number
    354256742183
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass34,965 miles (+1,838)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    34,965 miles
    Test number
    316295994259
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  16. Pass33,127 miles (+1,669)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    33,127 miles
    Test number
    998440893295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass31,458 miles (+1,232)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    31,458 miles
    Test number
    685129012383
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  18. Pass30,226 miles (+2,282)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    30,226 miles
    Test number
    737436901390
    • NoteFront brake discs worn (lipped)
    • NoteFront suspension lower arms inner rear bushes worn
    • NoteRear number plate delaminating slightly

  19. Pass27,944 miles (+2,792)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    27,944 miles
    Test number
    691292600377

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass25,152 miles (+3,624)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    25,152 miles
    Test number
    300843499462

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass21,528 miles (+5,085)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    21,528 miles
    Test number
    274991598259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass16,443 miles (+2,927)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    16,443 miles
    Test number
    471098577273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass13,516 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    13,516 miles
    Test number
    651915466292
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about S24 CHA

Does S24 CHA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S24 CHA is valid until 22 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on S24 CHA?
The MOT on S24 CHA is valid until 22 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S24 CHA done?
S24 CHA was recorded at 52,854 miles at its MOT on 21 Jul 2026, an average of 1,984 miles a year.
Has S24 CHA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S24 CHA has failed 4 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on S24 CHA 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 S24 CHA find?
S24 CHA passed its latest MOT on 21 Jul 2026 with 3 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil; oil leak, but not excessive.

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