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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2002 · 2,494 cc

S30 FMWMOT history

S30 FMW is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 30 Sept 2002. Its MOT expired on 21 Jun 2024 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 139,120 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Jun 2023.

S30 FMW blue BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 21 Jun 2024
Mileage
139,120 mi
At MOT on 22 Jun 2023
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,735 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S30 FMW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
30 Sept 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Jun 2024
Latest MOT test
22 Jun 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

S30 FMW was last recorded at 139,120 miles on 22 Jun 2023, 13 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jun 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
139,107 miles · 17 Jun 2023
Between the last two tests
13 miles
Average per year
7,735 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 139,120 miles
  • 2022 – 136,731 miles
  • 2021 – 133,829 miles
  • 2020 – 128,419 miles
  • 2019 – 121,346 miles
  • 2018 – 114,278 miles
  • 2017 – 108,155 miles
  • 2016 – 99,024 miles
  • 2015 – 88,410 miles
  • 2014 – 78,736 miles
  • 2013 – 68,376 miles
  • 2012 – 58,672 miles
  • 2011 – 48,790 miles
  • 2010 – 40,976 miles
  • 2009 – 31,942 miles
  • 2008 – 21,719 miles
  • 2007 – 11,003 miles
  • 2006 – 9,984 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass139,120 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Damage to lower mount (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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 Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2017

  • Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

24 tests since 11 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass139,120 miles (+13)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    139,120 miles
    Test number
    910356219231
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Damage to lower mount (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  2. Fail139,107 miles (+2,376)3 major1 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,107 miles
    Test number
    220486376259
    • MajorFuel tank insecure Nearside support strap disconnected (6.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEML lamp illuminated in dash
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Damage to lower mount (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass136,731 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    136,731 miles
    Test number
    619866466314
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and engine covers fitted

  4. Fail136,731 miles (+2,902)4 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,731 miles
    Test number
    116310851051
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (5.2.3 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and engine covers fitted

  5. Pass133,829 miles (+5,410)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    133,829 miles
    Test number
    943729581653
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass128,419 miles (+7,073)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    128,419 miles
    Test number
    739514158294
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass121,346 miles (+7,068)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    121,346 miles
    Test number
    345894090093
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass114,278 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    114,278 miles
    Test number
    752448294100
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  9. Fail114,276 miles (+6,121)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,276 miles
    Test number
    492732150870
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryBonnet retaining device slightly deteriorated safety catch seizing (8.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  10. Pass108,155 miles (+9,131)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    108,155 miles
    Test number
    263419897122
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of certain components.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  11. Pass99,024 miles (+10,614)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    99,024 miles
    Test number
    876440381935
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged to brake hose (2.2.D.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance dirt inside lamp (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to brake hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted to both outer sills

  12. Pass88,410 miles (+25)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    88,410 miles
    Test number
    149619125097
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteCovers fitted to both outer sill panals

  13. Fail88,385 miles (+9,649)5 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,385 miles
    Test number
    137397325437
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteCovers fitted to both outer sill panals

  14. Pass78,736 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    78,736 miles
    Test number
    659072154089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail78,734 miles (+10,358)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,734 miles
    Test number
    509851454016
    • FailureBrake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass68,376 miles (+9,704)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    68,376 miles
    Test number
    439020253033
    • NoteWind screen chip

  17. Pass58,672 miles (+9,882)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    58,672 miles
    Test number
    217653952004
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  18. Fail48,790 miles2 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,790 miles
    Test number
    615333851063
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteFront Brake Discs slightly pitted.

  19. Pass48,790 miles (+7,814)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    48,790 miles
    Test number
    838243551045
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteFront Brake Discs slightly pitted.

  20. Pass40,976 miles (+9,034)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    40,976 miles
    Test number
    623409040055
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass31,942 miles (+10,223)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    31,942 miles
    Test number
    601684059094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass21,719 miles (+10,716)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    21,719 miles
    Test number
    922152058037
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass11,003 miles (+1,019)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    11,003 miles
    Test number
    650168557023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass9,984 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    9,984 miles
    Test number
    943324686234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S30 FMW

Does S30 FMW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S30 FMW expired on 21 Jun 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S30 FMW?
The MOT on S30 FMW expired on 21 Jun 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S30 FMW done?
S30 FMW was recorded at 139,120 miles at its MOT on 22 Jun 2023, an average of 7,735 miles a year.
Has S30 FMW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S30 FMW has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Jun 2023.
Has the mileage on S30 FMW 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 FMW find?
S30 FMW passed its latest MOT on 22 Jun 2023 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside rear shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing damage to lower mount; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge, and 3 more.

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