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BMW 316

Red · Diesel · 2014 · 1,995 cc

S30 SYYMOT history

S30 SYY is a red diesel BMW 316 first used on 28 Nov 2014. Its MOT is valid until 24 Oct 2027 and it has passed 9 of 11 MOT tests, with 75,621 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Oct 2026.

S30 SYY red 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 24 Oct 2027
Mileage
75,621 mi
At MOT on 7 Oct 2026
MOT tests
11
9 passed · 2 failed
Per year
7,953 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S30 SYY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
316
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2014
First used
28 Nov 2014
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S30 SYY was last recorded at 75,621 miles on 7 Oct 2026, 1,307 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
74,314 miles · 24 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
1,307 miles
Average per year
7,953 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 75,621 miles
  • 2025 – 74,314 miles
  • 2024 – 66,109 miles
  • 2023 – 49,681 miles
  • 2022 – 20,025 miles
  • 2021 – 14,112 miles
  • 2020 – 12,604 miles
  • 2019 – 11,342 miles
  • 2018 – 8,885 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass75,621 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering arm

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.

  • Battery tray damaged and has been cut to allow aftermarket wiring to come out

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases From turbo to DPF clamp

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm inner bush has slight movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Middle section of front to rear brake pipe is corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm inner bush has slight movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

11 tests since 17 May 2018, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass75,621 miles (+1,307)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    75,621 miles
    Test number
    841104611217
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering arm
  2. Pass74,314 miles (+53)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    74,314 miles
    Test number
    706708214793
    • AdvisoryBattery tray damaged and has been cut to allow aftermarket wiring to come out
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases From turbo to DPF clamp (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm inner bush has slight movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Middle section of front to rear brake pipe is corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm inner bush has slight movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Middle section of front to rear brake pipe is corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Rear differential leaking oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Fail74,261 miles (+8,152)1 dangerous2 major2 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,261 miles
    Test number
    851160910447
    • DangerousElectrical wiring likely to drag on the ground Aftermarket light wiring underneath vehicle. Is also very poorly attached, at various points is mounted to suspension components (4.11 (a) (iii))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective Aftermarket cap fitted, not providing a seal (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorTyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))
    • MinorFront Windscreen excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface Missing (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBattery tray damaged and has been cut to allow aftermarket wiring to come out
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases From turbo to DPF clamp (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust tip touching rear bumper
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm inner bush has slight movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Middle section of front to rear brake pipe is corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm inner bush has slight movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Middle section of front to rear brake pipe is corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Rear differential leaking oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  4. Pass66,109 miles (+16,428)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    66,109 miles
    Test number
    427581062788

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass49,681 miles (+29,656)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    49,681 miles
    Test number
    701951425413

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass20,025 miles (+5,913)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    20,025 miles
    Test number
    642677910242
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass14,112 miles (+1,508)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    14,112 miles
    Test number
    858601319708

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass12,604 miles (+1,262)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    12,604 miles
    Test number
    175501652866

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass11,342 miles (+2,457)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    11,342 miles
    Test number
    759859250365
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  10. Pass8,885 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2019
    Odometer
    8,885 miles
    Test number
    998532584467
    • AdvisoryOffside steering slight play
  11. Fail8,880 miles6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    8,880 miles
    Test number
    481580930299
    • FailureNearside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureNearside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureOffside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside steering slight play

Questions about S30 SYY

Does S30 SYY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S30 SYY is valid until 24 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on S30 SYY?
The MOT on S30 SYY is valid until 24 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S30 SYY done?
S30 SYY was recorded at 75,621 miles at its MOT on 7 Oct 2026, an average of 7,953 miles a year.
Has S30 SYY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S30 SYY has failed 2 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on S30 SYY 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 SYY find?
S30 SYY passed its latest MOT on 7 Oct 2026 with 3 advisories: front service brake imbalance requirements only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.; rear oil leak, but not excessive; play in steering arm.

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