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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Diesel · 2009 · 2,993 cc

S30 DHNMOT history

S30 DHN is a blue diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 4 Feb 2009. Its MOT is valid until 19 Jul 2027 and it has passed 15 of 17 MOT tests, with 147,479 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jul 2026.

S30 DHN 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 19 Jul 2027
Mileage
147,479 mi
At MOT on 20 Jul 2026
MOT tests
17
15 passed · 2 failed
Per year
8,241 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S30 DHN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
4 Feb 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S30 DHN was last recorded at 147,479 miles on 20 Jul 2026, 21,220 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
126,259 miles · 12 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
21,220 miles
Average per year
8,241 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 147,479 miles
  • 2025 – 126,259 miles
  • 2024 – 115,670 miles
  • 2023 – 106,435 miles
  • 2022 – 98,157 miles
  • 2021 – 89,728 miles
  • 2020 – 77,830 miles
  • 2019 – 66,297 miles
  • 2018 – 62,944 miles
  • 2017 – 59,020 miles
  • 2016 – 55,438 miles
  • 2015 – 48,850 miles
  • 2014 – 39,722 miles
  • 2013 – 32,226 miles
  • 2012 – 27,826 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass147,479 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated all round (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
  • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryUndertray Fitted

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 Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

17 tests since 12 Jan 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass147,479 miles (+21,220)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    147,479 miles
    Test number
    577503187951
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated all round (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertray Fitted
  2. Pass126,259 miles (+10,589)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    126,259 miles
    Test number
    853150803423
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
  3. Pass115,670 miles (+9,235)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    115,670 miles
    Test number
    593509827060
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt both sides
  4. Pass106,435 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    106,435 miles
    Test number
    910653778309

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail106,435 miles (+8,278)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,435 miles
    Test number
    516230009712
    • DangerousDriver's door likely to open inadvertently or not remain closed (6.2.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
  6. Pass98,157 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    98,157 miles
    Test number
    115597858269
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear brake pads aprox 75% worn
  7. Fail98,157 miles (+8,429)3 dangerous2 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,157 miles
    Test number
    674962706410
    • DangerousNearside Front Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear brake pads aprox 75% worn
  8. Pass89,728 miles (+11,898)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    89,728 miles
    Test number
    801630283676
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  9. Pass77,830 miles (+11,533)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    77,830 miles
    Test number
    422259324135
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  10. Pass66,297 miles (+3,353)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    66,297 miles
    Test number
    789863342707

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass62,944 miles (+3,924)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    62,944 miles
    Test number
    262563679556

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass59,020 miles (+3,582)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    59,020 miles
    Test number
    701105644172
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre inner and outer edges slightly worn
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
  13. Pass55,438 miles (+6,588)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    55,438 miles
    Test number
    273131997006
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
  14. Pass48,850 miles (+9,128)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    48,850 miles
    Test number
    939979205032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass39,722 miles (+7,496)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    39,722 miles
    Test number
    925173104051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass32,226 miles (+4,400)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    32,226 miles
    Test number
    468334113072
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  17. Pass27,826 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    27,826 miles
    Test number
    298302812074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S30 DHN

Does S30 DHN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S30 DHN is valid until 19 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on S30 DHN?
The MOT on S30 DHN is valid until 19 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S30 DHN done?
S30 DHN was recorded at 147,479 miles at its MOT on 20 Jul 2026, an average of 8,241 miles a year.
Has S30 DHN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S30 DHN has failed 2 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on S30 DHN 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 S30 DHN find?
S30 DHN passed its latest MOT on 20 Jul 2026 with 6 advisories: brake hose slightly deteriorated all round; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 3 more.

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