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BMW 3 Series

Bronze · Diesel · 2008 · 1,995 cc

S3 UVEMOT history

S3 UVE is a bronze diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 3 Sept 2008. Its MOT is valid until 1 Jul 2027 and it has passed 15 of 18 MOT tests, with 93,871 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Jul 2026.

S3 UVE bronze BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 1 Jul 2027
Mileage
93,871 mi
At MOT on 2 Jul 2026
MOT tests
18
15 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,450 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S3 UVE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Bronze
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
3 Sept 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S3 UVE was last recorded at 93,871 miles on 2 Jul 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
93,870 miles · 19 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
5,450 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 93,871 miles
  • 2025 – 90,811 miles
  • 2024 – 84,377 miles
  • 2023 – 74,280 miles
  • 2022 – 66,648 miles
  • 2021 – 63,509 miles
  • 2020 – 62,612 miles
  • 2019 – 60,617 miles
  • 2018 – 48,000 miles
  • 2017 – 42,646 miles
  • 2016 – 33,312 miles
  • 2015 – 27,902 miles
  • 2014 – 21,498 miles
  • 2012 – 15,586 miles
  • 2011 – 13,012 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass93,871 miles
  • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded 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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chipped via Zone A (Swept area)

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

18 tests since 31 Aug 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass93,871 miles (+1)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    93,871 miles
    Test number
    505273515296
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • 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))

  2. Fail93,870 miles (+3,059)1 dangerous5 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,870 miles
    Test number
    854704112871
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • 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))

  3. Pass90,811 miles (+6,434)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    90,811 miles
    Test number
    955230235781
    • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))

  4. Pass84,377 miles (+10,097)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    84,377 miles
    Test number
    664786330311
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  5. Pass74,280 miles (+7,632)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    74,280 miles
    Test number
    597804634969
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass66,648 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    66,648 miles
    Test number
    239028604064
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail66,648 miles (+3,139)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,648 miles
    Test number
    415861939103
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass63,509 miles (+897)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    63,509 miles
    Test number
    460002024471

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass62,612 miles (+1,995)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    62,612 miles
    Test number
    568051179574

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass60,617 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    60,617 miles
    Test number
    524883057648
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chipped via Zone A (Swept area) (3.2 (a) (i))

  11. Fail60,617 miles (+12,617)1 dangerous1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,617 miles
    Test number
    847878438504
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chipped via Zone A (Swept area) (3.2 (a) (i))

  12. Pass48,000 miles (+5,354)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    48,000 miles
    Test number
    369861100444
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen wipers leaving a slight smear

  13. Pass42,646 miles (+9,334)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    42,646 miles
    Test number
    767547939443

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass33,312 miles (+5,410)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    33,312 miles
    Test number
    645410043821
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre Has Slight Outer Sidewall Damage

  15. Pass27,902 miles (+6,404)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    27,902 miles
    Test number
    206880255075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass21,498 miles (+5,912)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    21,498 miles
    Test number
    505023514043
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass15,586 miles (+2,574)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    15,586 miles
    Test number
    287727892222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass13,012 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    13,012 miles
    Test number
    936503441230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S3 UVE

Does S3 UVE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S3 UVE is valid until 1 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on S3 UVE?
The MOT on S3 UVE is valid until 1 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 UVE done?
S3 UVE was recorded at 93,871 miles at its MOT on 2 Jul 2026, an average of 5,450 miles a year.
Has S3 UVE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S3 UVE has failed 3 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on S3 UVE 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 UVE find?
S3 UVE passed its latest MOT on 2 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: central stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 2 more.

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