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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 2,993 cc

S28 DLMMOT history

S28 DLM is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 30 Nov 2012. Its MOT is valid until 6 Nov 2026 and it has passed 11 of 14 MOT tests, with 63,345 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Nov 2025.

S28 DLM black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 6 Nov 2026
Mileage
63,345 mi
At MOT on 3 Nov 2025
MOT tests
14
11 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,307 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S28 DLM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
30 Nov 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
3 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S28 DLM was last recorded at 63,345 miles on 3 Nov 2025, 2,773 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
60,572 miles · 7 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
2,773 miles
Average per year
5,307 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 63,345 miles
  • 2024 – 60,572 miles
  • 2023 – 57,272 miles
  • 2022 – 54,728 miles
  • 2021 – 50,173 miles
  • 2020 – 45,959 miles
  • 2019 – 40,329 miles
  • 2018 – 33,057 miles
  • 2017 – 25,559 miles
  • 2016 – 17,732 miles
  • 2015 – 9,879 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass63,345 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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 legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

14 tests since 7 Oct 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass63,345 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    63,345 miles
    Test number
    375723036389

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail63,343 miles (+2,771)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,343 miles
    Test number
    644389057888
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Pass60,572 miles (+9)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    60,572 miles
    Test number
    953023910466
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Fail60,563 miles (+3,291)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,563 miles
    Test number
    286431933771
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass57,272 miles (+2,544)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    57,272 miles
    Test number
    717577906982
    • AdvisoryBrake wear warning light on
  6. Pass54,728 miles (+4,555)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    54,728 miles
    Test number
    861972755062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass50,173 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    50,173 miles
    Test number
    526107771695

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail50,173 miles (+4,214)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,173 miles
    Test number
    806177485820
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
  9. Pass45,959 miles (+5,630)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    45,959 miles
    Test number
    333396263909

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass40,329 miles (+7,272)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    40,329 miles
    Test number
    309666302304

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass33,057 miles (+7,498)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    33,057 miles
    Test number
    676690226862
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of some components
  12. Pass25,559 miles (+7,827)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    25,559 miles
    Test number
    670006127142
    • AdvisoryScrew in nearside rear tyre tread
  13. Pass17,732 miles (+7,853)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    17,732 miles
    Test number
    194175225929

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass9,879 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    9,879 miles
    Test number
    752155435847

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S28 DLM

Does S28 DLM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S28 DLM is valid until 6 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on S28 DLM?
The MOT on S28 DLM is valid until 6 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S28 DLM done?
S28 DLM was recorded at 63,345 miles at its MOT on 3 Nov 2025, an average of 5,307 miles a year.
Has S28 DLM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S28 DLM has failed 3 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on S28 DLM 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 S28 DLM find?
S28 DLM passed its latest MOT on 3 Nov 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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