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BMW 3 Series

Red · Diesel · 2010 · 1,995 cc

S3 DDCMOT history

S3 DDC is a red diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 1 Feb 2010. Its MOT is valid until 30 Apr 2027 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 223,607 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 May 2026.

S3 DDC red BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 30 Apr 2027
Mileage
223,607 mi
At MOT on 1 May 2026
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
11,103 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S3 DDC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
1 Feb 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
1 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S3 DDC was last recorded at 223,607 miles on 1 May 2026, 7,395 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
216,212 miles · 4 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
7,395 miles
Average per year
11,103 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 223,607 miles
  • 2025 – 203,959 miles
  • 2024 – 192,651 miles
  • 2023 – 189,539 miles
  • 2022 – 185,797 miles
  • 2021 – 184,587 miles
  • 2020 – 183,033 miles
  • 2019 – 178,716 miles
  • 2018 – 177,710 miles
  • 2017 – 161,579 miles
  • 2016 – 143,487 miles
  • 2015 – 121,326 miles
  • 2014 – 96,922 miles
  • 2013 – 77,361 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass223,607 miles
  • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2026

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2026

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2021

Full MOT history

21 tests since 27 Feb 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass223,607 miles (+7,395)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    223,607 miles
    Test number
    988785485680
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  2. Pass216,212 miles (+7)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    216,212 miles
    Test number
    668532473725
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail216,205 miles (+12,246)8 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    216,205 miles
    Test number
    136873329950
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too low BOTH SIDES (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass203,959 miles (+2,935)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    203,959 miles
    Test number
    719867892205
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  5. Pass201,024 miles (+8,373)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    201,024 miles
    Test number
    738971904727
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass192,651 miles (+3,112)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    192,651 miles
    Test number
    594314490663

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass189,539 miles (+3,742)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    189,539 miles
    Test number
    428637657778
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Pass185,797 miles (+1,210)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    185,797 miles
    Test number
    600023949740
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Pass184,587 miles (+1,554)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    184,587 miles
    Test number
    872616535618
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass183,033 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    183,033 miles
    Test number
    500129711033
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  11. Fail183,033 miles (+4,317)7 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,033 miles
    Test number
    397668689057
    • MajorAll direction indicators not working all (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Position lamp not working both sides (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHazard warning lamps inoperative all (4.4.1 (e))
    • MajorHeadlamp not working on main beam both sides (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both sides (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  12. Pass178,716 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    178,716 miles
    Test number
    493514182094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail178,716 miles (+1,006)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,716 miles
    Test number
    792854222960
    • Repaired at testEmissions oxygen sensor obviously modified (8.2.2.1 (a))

  14. Pass177,710 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    177,710 miles
    Test number
    132058761922
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Fail177,709 miles (+16,130)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,709 miles
    Test number
    803777354000
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted (1.1.13 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  16. Pass161,579 miles (+18,092)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2018
    Odometer
    161,579 miles
    Test number
    193521009170
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  17. Pass143,487 miles (+22,161)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    143,487 miles
    Test number
    158960976775

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass121,326 miles (+24,404)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    121,326 miles
    Test number
    418349365076
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.4.A.2c)

  19. Pass96,922 miles (+19,561)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    96,922 miles
    Test number
    546152964073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass77,361 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    77,361 miles
    Test number
    167148653009
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Fail77,361 miles1 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,361 miles
    Test number
    617238753097
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about S3 DDC

Does S3 DDC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S3 DDC is valid until 30 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on S3 DDC?
The MOT on S3 DDC is valid until 30 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S3 DDC done?
S3 DDC was recorded at 223,607 miles at its MOT on 1 May 2026, an average of 11,103 miles a year.
Has S3 DDC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S3 DDC has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on S3 DDC 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 DDC find?
S3 DDC passed its latest MOT on 1 May 2026 with 2 minor defects: nearside obligatory mirror slightly damaged; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view.

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