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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2007 · 2,979 cc

S3 DFNMOT history

S3 DFN is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 24 Apr 2007. Its MOT is valid until 15 Oct 2027 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 92,656 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Oct 2026.

S3 DFN silver 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 15 Oct 2027
Mileage
92,656 mi
At MOT on 6 Oct 2026
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,809 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S3 DFN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
24 Apr 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S3 DFN was last recorded at 92,656 miles on 6 Oct 2026, 1,867 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
90,789 miles · 16 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
1,867 miles
Average per year
4,809 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 92,656 miles
  • 2025 – 90,789 miles
  • 2024 – 88,911 miles
  • 2023 – 88,870 miles
  • 2022 – 88,201 miles
  • 2021 – 87,420 miles
  • 2020 – 85,975 miles
  • 2019 – 81,951 miles
  • 2018 – 78,714 miles
  • 2017 – 71,955 miles
  • 2016 – 60,909 miles
  • 2015 – 49,209 miles
  • 2014 – 40,161 miles
  • 2013 – 32,333 miles
  • 2012 – 25,162 miles
  • 2011 – 19,289 miles
  • 2010 – 13,392 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass92,656 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.

  • Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

23 tests since 13 Apr 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass92,656 miles (+1,867)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    92,656 miles
    Test number
    871791053515

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass90,789 miles (+1,878)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    90,789 miles
    Test number
    659490813298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass88,911 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    88,911 miles
    Test number
    633063943890

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail88,910 miles (+40)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,910 miles
    Test number
    259641891551
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  5. Pass88,870 miles (+10)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    88,870 miles
    Test number
    283106075017
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  6. Fail88,860 miles (+659)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,860 miles
    Test number
    602078958223
    • DangerousNearside Rear Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass88,201 miles (+781)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    88,201 miles
    Test number
    498729404498
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlight works intermittently (worked when tested then stopped mid test then worked again before ending test)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  8. Pass87,420 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    87,420 miles
    Test number
    557185779145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail87,413 miles (+1,438)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,413 miles
    Test number
    996404410663
    • DangerousNearside Rear Road wheel has a welding defect (5.2.2 (a))
  10. Pass85,975 miles (+3)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    85,975 miles
    Test number
    931319913779
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn (5.2.3 (e))
  11. Fail85,972 miles (+4,021)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,972 miles
    Test number
    714871024545
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn (5.2.3 (e))
  12. Pass81,951 miles (+3,237)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    81,951 miles
    Test number
    485505305366
    • AdvisoryPlastic under trays fitted not allowing full inspection
  13. Pass78,714 miles (+6,759)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    78,714 miles
    Test number
    611972693846
    • AdvisoryOffside rear shock absorber cover adrift
    • AdvisorySlight damage offside front tyre inner wall
  14. Pass71,955 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    71,955 miles
    Test number
    393308582212
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn on outer edges
  15. Fail71,955 miles (+11,046)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,955 miles
    Test number
    563793668395
    • FailureBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn on outer edges
  16. Pass60,909 miles (+11,700)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    60,909 miles
    Test number
    441889892672

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass49,209 miles (+9,048)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    49,209 miles
    Test number
    678280305115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass40,161 miles (+7,828)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    40,161 miles
    Test number
    728125314180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass32,333 miles (+7,171)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    32,333 miles
    Test number
    837620023106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass25,162 miles (+5,873)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    25,162 miles
    Test number
    599300512183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail19,289 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,289 miles
    Test number
    699515001170
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
  22. Pass19,289 miles (+5,897)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    19,289 miles
    Test number
    909505901158
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
  23. Pass13,392 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    13,392 miles
    Test number
    213453900478

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S3 DFN

Does S3 DFN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S3 DFN is valid until 15 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on S3 DFN?
The MOT on S3 DFN is valid until 15 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 DFN done?
S3 DFN was recorded at 92,656 miles at its MOT on 6 Oct 2026, an average of 4,809 miles a year.
Has S3 DFN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S3 DFN has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on S3 DFN 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 DFN find?
S3 DFN passed its latest MOT on 6 Oct 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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