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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Petrol · 2008 · 2,996 cc

S30 GRMMOT history

S30 GRM is a grey petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 30 Sept 2008. Its MOT is valid until 11 Sept 2027 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 83,987 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Sept 2026.

S30 GRM grey 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 11 Sept 2027
Mileage
83,987 mi
At MOT on 5 Sept 2026
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,787 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S30 GRM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,996 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
30 Sept 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S30 GRM was last recorded at 83,987 miles on 5 Sept 2026, 1,491 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
82,496 miles · 23 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
1,491 miles
Average per year
2,787 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 83,987 miles
  • 2025 – 82,496 miles
  • 2024 – 80,457 miles
  • 2023 – 78,480 miles
  • 2022 – 77,347 miles
  • 2021 – 75,821 miles
  • 2020 – 72,952 miles
  • 2019 – 70,023 miles
  • 2018 – 66,678 miles
  • 2017 – 64,229 miles
  • 2016 – 61,749 miles
  • 2015 – 55,915 miles
  • 2014 – 48,396 miles
  • 2013 – 42,486 miles
  • 2011 – 42,248 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass83,987 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear subframe surface corrosionRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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 Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

20 tests since 13 Sept 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass83,987 miles (+1,491)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    83,987 miles
    Test number
    855756769530
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear subframe surface corrosion

  2. Pass82,496 miles (+8)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    82,496 miles
    Test number
    882630184099
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail82,488 miles (+2,031)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,488 miles
    Test number
    470960676016
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass80,457 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    80,457 miles
    Test number
    410769116324
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear subframe surface corrosion

  5. Fail80,457 miles (+1,977)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,457 miles
    Test number
    536913293890
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear subframe surface corrosion

  6. Pass78,480 miles (+1,133)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    78,480 miles
    Test number
    240576698148
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Pass77,347 miles (+1,526)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    77,347 miles
    Test number
    698187801734

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass75,821 miles (+2,869)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    75,821 miles
    Test number
    723836116070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass72,952 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    72,952 miles
    Test number
    404946597776

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail72,952 miles (+2,929)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,952 miles
    Test number
    805120614531
    • Repaired at testRear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak both (5.3.2 (b))

  11. Pass70,023 miles (+3,345)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    70,023 miles
    Test number
    851061427640

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass66,678 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    66,678 miles
    Test number
    906690759089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail66,678 miles (+2,449)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,678 miles
    Test number
    706324847555
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

  14. Pass64,229 miles (+2,480)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    64,229 miles
    Test number
    651823983159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass61,749 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    61,749 miles
    Test number
    719405232553
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Fail61,749 miles (+5,834)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,749 miles
    Test number
    547372045481
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass55,915 miles (+7,519)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    55,915 miles
    Test number
    470393864756
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted.

  18. Pass48,396 miles (+5,910)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    48,396 miles
    Test number
    868547644295
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  19. Pass42,486 miles (+238)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    42,486 miles
    Test number
    336172453293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass42,248 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    42,248 miles
    Test number
    315186551492

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S30 GRM

Does S30 GRM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S30 GRM is valid until 11 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on S30 GRM?
The MOT on S30 GRM is valid until 11 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S30 GRM done?
S30 GRM was recorded at 83,987 miles at its MOT on 5 Sept 2026, an average of 2,787 miles a year.
Has S30 GRM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S30 GRM has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on S30 GRM 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 GRM find?
S30 GRM passed its latest MOT on 5 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: offside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; nearside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 3 more.

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