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BMW 3 Series

Red · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

S31 TVOMOT history

S31 TVO is a red diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 29 Nov 2012. Its MOT is valid until 28 Nov 2026 and it has passed 11 of 15 MOT tests, with 110,595 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Nov 2025.

S31 TVO 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 28 Nov 2026
Mileage
110,595 mi
At MOT on 28 Nov 2025
MOT tests
15
11 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,575 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S31 TVO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
29 Nov 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
28 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S31 TVO was last recorded at 110,595 miles on 28 Nov 2025, 5,841 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
104,754 miles · 29 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
5,841 miles
Average per year
6,575 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 110,595 miles
  • 2024 – 104,754 miles
  • 2023 – 99,330 miles
  • 2022 – 93,455 miles
  • 2021 – 84,570 miles
  • 2020 – 77,909 miles
  • 2019 – 72,304 miles
  • 2018 – 65,982 miles
  • 2017 – 59,223 miles
  • 2016 – 52,264 miles
  • 2015 – 44,439 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass110,595 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018

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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

15 tests since 6 Nov 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass110,595 miles (+5,841)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    110,595 miles
    Test number
    345337820959
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass104,754 miles (+5,424)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    104,754 miles
    Test number
    453574255512
    • 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))

  3. Pass99,330 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    99,330 miles
    Test number
    944412590422
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Fail99,330 miles (+5,875)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,330 miles
    Test number
    932932250690
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Pass93,455 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    93,455 miles
    Test number
    957039510199
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Fail93,454 miles (+8,884)2 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,454 miles
    Test number
    421309328017
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass84,570 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    84,570 miles
    Test number
    633532500575
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail84,570 miles (+6,661)2 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,570 miles
    Test number
    497671358583
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass77,909 miles (+5,605)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    77,909 miles
    Test number
    614140817558

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass72,304 miles (+6,322)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    72,304 miles
    Test number
    690493236026
    • 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))

  11. Pass65,982 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    65,982 miles
    Test number
    251912319856
    • 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))

  12. Fail65,982 miles (+6,759)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,982 miles
    Test number
    610283849531
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))

  13. Pass59,223 miles (+6,959)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    59,223 miles
    Test number
    295152595357

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass52,264 miles (+7,825)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    52,264 miles
    Test number
    529043546413

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass44,439 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    44,439 miles
    Test number
    687528634069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S31 TVO

Does S31 TVO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S31 TVO is valid until 28 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on S31 TVO?
The MOT on S31 TVO is valid until 28 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S31 TVO done?
S31 TVO was recorded at 110,595 miles at its MOT on 28 Nov 2025, an average of 6,575 miles a year.
Has S31 TVO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S31 TVO has failed 4 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on S31 TVO 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 S31 TVO find?
S31 TVO passed its latest MOT on 28 Nov 2025 with 1 advisory: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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