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BMW 420

Black · Diesel · 2016 · 1,995 cc

S3 NTVMOT history

S3 NTV is a black diesel BMW 420 first used on 21 Jun 2016. Its MOT is valid until 7 Jul 2027 and it has passed 8 of 13 MOT tests, with 125,836 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jun 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 7 Jul 2027
Mileage
125,836 mi
At MOT on 29 Jun 2026
MOT tests
13
8 passed · 5 failed
Per year
12,060 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S3 NTV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
420
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
21 Jun 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S3 NTV was last recorded at 125,836 miles on 29 Jun 2026, 208 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
125,628 miles · 19 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
208 miles
Average per year
12,060 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 125,836 miles
  • 2025 – 119,132 miles
  • 2023 – 103,016 miles
  • 2022 – 96,019 miles
  • 2021 – 87,299 miles
  • 2020 – 75,392 miles
  • 2019 – 41,536 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass125,836 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides wearing on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm - bush deteriorated and seeping oil from oil filled bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 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 Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

13 tests since 2 Jul 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass125,836 miles (+208)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    125,836 miles
    Test number
    493063628863
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides wearing on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm - bush deteriorated and seeping oil from oil filled bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  2. Fail125,628 miles (+6,496)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,628 miles
    Test number
    218090821957
    • MajorTyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides wearing on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm - bush deteriorated and seeping oil from oil filled bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  3. Pass119,132 miles (+8,797)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    119,132 miles
    Test number
    846298206748

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass110,335 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    110,335 miles
    Test number
    586935413495

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail110,334 miles (+7,318)3 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,334 miles
    Test number
    520049418801
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  6. Pass103,016 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    103,016 miles
    Test number
    776430598078
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySlight play osf inner rack joint
  7. Fail103,016 miles (+6,997)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,016 miles
    Test number
    715041847737
    • Repaired at testTyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySlight play osf inner rack joint
  8. Pass96,019 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    96,019 miles
    Test number
    964494067906
    • AdvisoryNote ; Engine / bay covers , under guards & mouldings fitted , restricting views
  9. Fail96,017 miles (+8,718)2 dangerous1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,017 miles
    Test number
    942700079835
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Areas at 0.10 mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Areas at 0.50 mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorRear Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNote ; Brake pad wear sensors both appear cut by lip on brake disc
    • AdvisoryNote ; Engine / bay covers , under guards & mouldings fitted , restricting views
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  10. Pass87,299 miles (+11,907)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    87,299 miles
    Test number
    667194627169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass75,392 miles (+33,856)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    75,392 miles
    Test number
    979136160156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass41,536 miles (+30)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    41,536 miles
    Test number
    968020553442
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  13. Fail41,506 miles1 major1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,506 miles
    Test number
    944626751167
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Questions about S3 NTV

Does S3 NTV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S3 NTV is valid until 7 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on S3 NTV?
The MOT on S3 NTV is valid until 7 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S3 NTV done?
S3 NTV was recorded at 125,836 miles at its MOT on 29 Jun 2026, an average of 12,060 miles a year.
Has S3 NTV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S3 NTV has failed 5 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on S3 NTV 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 NTV find?
S3 NTV passed its latest MOT on 29 Jun 2026 with 3 advisories: front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides wearing on outer edge; nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm - bush deteriorated and seeping oil from oil filled bush; offside play in steering rack inner joint(s).

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