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BMW M3

Grey · Petrol · 2004 · 3,246 cc

S30 MEOMOT history

S30 MEO is a grey petrol BMW M3 first used on 25 Jun 2004. Its MOT expired on 30 Jun 2026 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 114,930 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Jul 2025.

S30 MEO grey BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 30 Jun 2026
Mileage
114,930 mi
At MOT on 1 Jul 2025
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,018 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S30 MEO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
M3
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,246 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
25 Jun 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Jun 2026
Latest MOT test
1 Jul 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S30 MEO was last recorded at 114,930 miles on 1 Jul 2025, 5,058 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Apr 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
109,872 miles · 18 Apr 2024
Between the last two tests
5,058 miles
Average per year
5,018 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 114,930 miles
  • 2024 – 109,872 miles
  • 2023 – 109,449 miles
  • 2022 – 106,364 miles
  • 2021 – 99,807 miles
  • 2020 – 97,636 miles
  • 2019 – 89,203 miles
  • 2017 – 87,072 miles
  • 2016 – 85,298 miles
  • 2015 – 80,920 miles
  • 2014 – 79,306 miles
  • 2013 – 75,812 miles
  • 2012 – 71,706 miles
  • 2011 – 66,947 miles
  • 2010 – 58,114 miles
  • 2009 – 47,541 miles
  • 2008 – 37,483 miles
  • 2007 – 23,993 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass114,930 miles

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.

  • Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front suspension has slight play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

22 tests since 18 May 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass114,930 miles (+5,058)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    114,930 miles
    Test number
    981788551790

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass109,872 miles (+423)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    109,872 miles
    Test number
    677068708476

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass109,449 miles (+3,085)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    109,449 miles
    Test number
    316717157552
    • 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. Pass106,364 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    106,364 miles
    Test number
    409402679951
    • 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. Fail106,364 miles (+6,557)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,364 miles
    Test number
    783620418159
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • 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))

  6. Pass99,807 miles (+2,171)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    99,807 miles
    Test number
    365642361473
    • 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))

  7. Pass97,636 miles (+8,433)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    97,636 miles
    Test number
    166807232113
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass89,203 miles (+2,131)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    89,203 miles
    Test number
    748808661862

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass87,072 miles (+1,774)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    87,072 miles
    Test number
    942015209769
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  10. Pass85,298 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    85,298 miles
    Test number
    737263726157
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a)

  11. Fail85,297 miles (+4,377)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,297 miles
    Test number
    679821673665
    • FailureOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a)

  12. Pass80,920 miles6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    80,920 miles
    Test number
    975534775109
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)
    • NoteOrange pad waening light on

  13. Fail80,920 miles (+1,614)3 failures7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,920 miles
    Test number
    856043875156
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)
    • NoteOrange pad waening light on

  14. Pass79,306 miles (+3,494)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    79,306 miles
    Test number
    255320534245
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteBrake warning light on

  15. Pass75,812 miles (+4,106)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    75,812 miles
    Test number
    258669573186
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass71,706 miles (+109)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2013
    Odometer
    71,706 miles
    Test number
    246243622438

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail71,597 miles (+4,650)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,597 miles
    Test number
    526178002144
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteFront brake pad warning light on

  18. Pass66,947 miles (+8,833)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    66,947 miles
    Test number
    158309691440
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)

  19. Pass58,114 miles (+10,573)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    58,114 miles
    Test number
    413146560141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass47,541 miles (+10,058)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    47,541 miles
    Test number
    263246549485
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

  21. Pass37,483 miles (+13,490)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    37,483 miles
    Test number
    794824658124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass23,993 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2008
    Odometer
    23,993 miles
    Test number
    491328237108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S30 MEO

Does S30 MEO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S30 MEO expired on 30 Jun 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S30 MEO?
The MOT on S30 MEO expired on 30 Jun 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S30 MEO done?
S30 MEO was recorded at 114,930 miles at its MOT on 1 Jul 2025, an average of 5,018 miles a year.
Has S30 MEO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S30 MEO has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Apr 2022.
Has the mileage on S30 MEO 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 MEO find?
S30 MEO passed its latest MOT on 1 Jul 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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