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BMW M3

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 3,246 cc

S3 NMJMOT history

S3 NMJ is a blue petrol BMW M3 first used on 1 Apr 2003. Its MOT is valid until 18 Oct 2027 and it has passed 21 of 27 MOT tests, with 123,777 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Oct 2026.

S3 NMJ blue 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 18 Oct 2027
Mileage
123,777 mi
At MOT on 19 Oct 2026
MOT tests
27
21 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,411 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S3 NMJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
M3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,246 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
1 Apr 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S3 NMJ was last recorded at 123,777 miles on 19 Oct 2026, 3,957 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
119,820 miles · 6 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
3,957 miles
Average per year
4,411 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 123,777 miles
  • 2025 – 119,820 miles
  • 2024 – 114,438 miles
  • 2023 – 111,223 miles
  • 2022 – 109,213 miles
  • 2020 – 104,456 miles
  • 2019 – 96,017 miles
  • 2018 – 89,917 miles
  • 2017 – 83,981 miles
  • 2016 – 77,743 miles
  • 2015 – 72,614 miles
  • 2014 – 68,010 miles
  • 2013 – 65,188 miles
  • 2012 – 61,332 miles
  • 2011 – 56,539 miles
  • 2010 – 49,329 miles
  • 2009 – 45,870 miles
  • 2008 – 40,202 miles
  • 2007 – 36,459 miles
  • 2006 – 33,126 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass123,777 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement `D` bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rose bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryReverse lights not workingRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2025

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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Engine management light on

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Front wings corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Engine, sill covers & under trays fitted restricting testers view

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

27 tests since 1 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass123,777 miles (+3,957)3 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    123,777 miles
    Test number
    856448128848
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement `D` bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rose bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryReverse lights not working

  2. Pass119,820 miles (+25)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    119,820 miles
    Test number
    643835593828
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryReverse lights not working

  3. Fail119,795 miles (+5,357)2 dangerous4 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,795 miles
    Test number
    706638567121
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryReverse lights not working

  4. Pass114,438 miles (+3,215)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    114,438 miles
    Test number
    468871481643
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass111,223 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    111,223 miles
    Test number
    111359279716
    • AdvisoryFront wings corroded

  6. Fail111,222 miles (+2,009)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,222 miles
    Test number
    732533681383
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront wings corroded

  7. Pass109,213 miles (+30)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    109,213 miles
    Test number
    790236046544
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine, sill covers & under trays fitted restricting testers view

  8. Fail109,183 miles (+4,727)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,183 miles
    Test number
    530471855952
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor pan (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine, sill covers & under trays fitted restricting testers view

  9. Pass104,456 miles (+8,439)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    104,456 miles
    Test number
    214364345132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass96,017 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    96,017 miles
    Test number
    349989494920
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryCover sills fitted to door sills restricting testers view
    • AdvisoryEngine cover & under trays fitted restricting testers view

  11. Fail96,016 miles (+6,099)1 dangerous2 major1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,016 miles
    Test number
    237965485683
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt inner (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryCover sills fitted to door sills restricting testers view
    • AdvisoryEngine cover & under trays fitted restricting testers view

  12. Pass89,917 miles (+5,936)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    89,917 miles
    Test number
    310146799749
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryCover sills fitted to door sills restricting testers view
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted restricting testers view

  13. Pass83,981 miles (+6,238)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    83,981 miles
    Test number
    619370178873
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover & under trays fitted restricting testers view

  14. Pass77,743 miles (+1,539)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    77,743 miles
    Test number
    997582536507

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass76,204 miles (+3,590)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    76,204 miles
    Test number
    170829086825

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass72,614 miles (+4,604)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    72,614 miles
    Test number
    187573625068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass68,010 miles (+2,822)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    68,010 miles
    Test number
    805080234073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass65,188 miles (+3,856)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    65,188 miles
    Test number
    305195703175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass61,332 miles (+4,793)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    61,332 miles
    Test number
    945937502190
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront brake discs worn

  20. Pass56,539 miles (+7,210)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    56,539 miles
    Test number
    796798701116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail49,329 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,329 miles
    Test number
    244156500100
    • Repaired at testRear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass49,329 miles (+3,459)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    49,329 miles
    Test number
    484056700132
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass45,870 miles (+1)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    45,870 miles
    Test number
    243825079161
    • NoteSill covers fitted not allowing a full inspection

  24. Fail45,869 miles (+5,667)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,869 miles
    Test number
    460513579170
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteSill covers fitted not allowing a full inspection

  25. Pass40,202 miles (+3,743)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    40,202 miles
    Test number
    664137688140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass36,459 miles (+3,333)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    36,459 miles
    Test number
    272894267498

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass33,126 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    33,126 miles
    Test number
    203171496081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S3 NMJ

Does S3 NMJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S3 NMJ is valid until 18 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on S3 NMJ?
The MOT on S3 NMJ is valid until 18 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 NMJ done?
S3 NMJ was recorded at 123,777 miles at its MOT on 19 Oct 2026, an average of 4,411 miles a year.
Has S3 NMJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S3 NMJ has failed 6 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on S3 NMJ 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 NMJ find?
S3 NMJ passed its latest MOT on 19 Oct 2026 with 3 minor defects and 7 advisories: nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated, and 7 more.

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