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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

S25 AVHMOT history

S25 AVH is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 5 Nov 2012. Its MOT is valid until 16 Dec 2026 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 92,853 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Dec 2025.

S25 AVH 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 16 Dec 2026
Mileage
92,853 mi
At MOT on 17 Dec 2025
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,238 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S25 AVH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
5 Nov 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
17 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S25 AVH was last recorded at 92,853 miles on 17 Dec 2025, 675 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
92,178 miles · 4 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
675 miles
Average per year
6,238 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 92,853 miles
  • 2024 – 83,969 miles
  • 2023 – 74,629 miles
  • 2022 – 67,119 miles
  • 2021 – 63,306 miles
  • 2020 – 59,425 miles
  • 2019 – 54,895 miles
  • 2018 – 47,912 miles
  • 2017 – 43,111 miles
  • 2016 – 36,556 miles
  • 2015 – 29,335 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass92,853 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

16 tests since 12 Oct 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass92,853 miles (+675)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    92,853 miles
    Test number
    860329883078
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  2. Fail92,178 miles (+8,209)2 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,178 miles
    Test number
    538540406968
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge of tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge of tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  3. Pass83,969 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    83,969 miles
    Test number
    591681094131
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner and outer edges of tread low (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge devoid of tread and perishing on inner edge and low on outer edge of tread (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Fail83,969 miles (+9,340)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,969 miles
    Test number
    288796930994
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer edge of tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner and outer edges of tread low (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tread 3mm and nail in inner edge of tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge devoid of tread and perishing on inner edge and low on outer edge of tread (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass74,629 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    74,629 miles
    Test number
    396192432744
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Fail74,629 miles (+7,510)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,629 miles
    Test number
    708360315517
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass67,119 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    67,119 miles
    Test number
    681876382755

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail67,118 miles (+328)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,118 miles
    Test number
    862055555131
    • MajorOffside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
  9. Pass66,790 miles (+3,484)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    66,790 miles
    Test number
    467505336016
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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 (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))
  10. Pass63,306 miles (+3,881)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    63,306 miles
    Test number
    215698718430
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  11. Pass59,425 miles (+4,530)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    59,425 miles
    Test number
    738440922386

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass54,895 miles (+6,983)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    54,895 miles
    Test number
    734869021967
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
  13. Pass47,912 miles (+4,801)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    47,912 miles
    Test number
    834035888296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass43,111 miles (+6,555)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    43,111 miles
    Test number
    827179567835

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass36,556 miles (+7,221)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    36,556 miles
    Test number
    419056588756

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass29,335 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    29,335 miles
    Test number
    602705779881

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S25 AVH

Does S25 AVH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S25 AVH is valid until 16 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on S25 AVH?
The MOT on S25 AVH is valid until 16 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S25 AVH done?
S25 AVH was recorded at 92,853 miles at its MOT on 17 Dec 2025, an average of 6,238 miles a year.
Has S25 AVH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S25 AVH has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on S25 AVH 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 S25 AVH find?
S25 AVH passed its latest MOT on 17 Dec 2025 with 1 advisory: offside play in steering rack inner joint(s).

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