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BMW 1 Series

Black · Petrol · 2012 · 2,979 cc

S3 BGUMOT history

S3 BGU is a black petrol BMW 1 Series first used on 14 Nov 2012. Its MOT is valid until 21 Oct 2027 and it has passed 11 of 15 MOT tests, with 198,612 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Oct 2026.

S3 BGU black BMW 1 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 1 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 21 Oct 2027
Mileage
198,612 mi
At MOT on 22 Oct 2026
MOT tests
15
11 passed · 4 failed
Per year
11,259 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S3 BGU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
1 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
14 Nov 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S3 BGU was last recorded at 198,612 miles on 22 Oct 2026, 20,225 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
178,387 miles · 18 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
20,225 miles
Average per year
11,259 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 198,612 miles
  • 2025 – 178,387 miles
  • 2024 – 165,251 miles
  • 2022 – 153,771 miles
  • 2021 – 147,310 miles
  • 2019 – 132,693 miles
  • 2018 – 130,158 miles
  • 2017 – 112,012 miles
  • 2016 – 103,578 miles
  • 2015 – 75,399 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass198,612 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (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.

  • Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2019–2023

Full MOT history

15 tests since 12 Nov 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass198,612 miles (+20,225)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    198,612 miles
    Test number
    233743897486
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass178,387 miles (+158)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    178,387 miles
    Test number
    881219194494
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (c))

  3. Fail178,229 miles (+12,978)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,229 miles
    Test number
    435863587449
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Forward (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Forward (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  4. Pass165,251 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    165,251 miles
    Test number
    151250521448
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  5. Pass255,100 km (+78)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    255,100 km
    Test number
    808346893197
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Fail255,022 km1 dangerous6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    255,022 km
    Test number
    494565184679
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  7. Pass153,771 miles (+6,461)3 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    153,771 miles
    Test number
    832521719936
    • DangerousHandbrake is poor !
    • DangerousNs,osf and osr dampers are weeping
    • DangerousOsr tyre has inner side wall damage
    • AdvisoryCat looks like to have been welded but cant be sure! under tray in the way!

  8. Pass147,310 miles (+14,617)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    147,310 miles
    Test number
    566747713310
    • DangerousBoth rear tyres are very low on tread
    • DangerousHandbrake works but does not lock out !
    • AdvisoryOdd welding on the lower part of the cat but under tray was obscuring !

  9. Pass132,693 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    132,693 miles
    Test number
    463313370840

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail132,693 miles (+2,535)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,693 miles
    Test number
    456481409207
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass130,158 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    130,158 miles
    Test number
    995014555784

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail130,158 miles (+18,146)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,158 miles
    Test number
    844859042563
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working wing mirror LED (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass112,012 miles (+8,434)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    112,012 miles
    Test number
    841377952552

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass103,578 miles (+28,179)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    103,578 miles
    Test number
    540546537924
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  15. Pass75,399 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    75,399 miles
    Test number
    286158378642
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryChild seat units fitted nsr&f

Questions about S3 BGU

Does S3 BGU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S3 BGU is valid until 21 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on S3 BGU?
The MOT on S3 BGU is valid until 21 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S3 BGU done?
S3 BGU was recorded at 198,612 miles at its MOT on 22 Oct 2026, an average of 11,259 miles a year.
Has S3 BGU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S3 BGU has failed 4 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on S3 BGU 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 S3 BGU find?
S3 BGU passed its latest MOT on 22 Oct 2026 with 1 advisory: front oil leak, but not excessive.

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