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Black · Hybrid electric (clean) · 2017 · 1,998 cc

S3 VDHMOT history

S3 VDH is a black hybrid electric (clean) BMW 3 Series first used on 24 Oct 2017. Its MOT is valid until 23 Oct 2027 and it has passed 7 of 10 MOT tests, with 142,056 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Oct 2026.

S3 VDH black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 23 Oct 2027
Mileage
142,056 mi
At MOT on 19 Oct 2026
MOT tests
10
7 passed · 3 failed
Per year
12,347 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S3 VDH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Hybrid electric (clean)
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2017
First used
24 Oct 2017
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S3 VDH was last recorded at 142,056 miles on 19 Oct 2026, 8,598 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
133,458 miles · 22 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
8,598 miles
Average per year
12,347 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 142,056 miles
  • 2025 – 133,458 miles
  • 2024 – 115,665 miles
  • 2023 – 111,351 miles
  • 2022 – 107,738 miles
  • 2021 – 87,238 miles
  • 2020 – 67,890 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass142,056 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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.

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened N/S & O/S

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened N/S & O/S

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

10 tests since 16 Oct 2020, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass142,056 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    142,056 miles
    Test number
    929599215827

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail142,054 miles (+8,596)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,054 miles
    Test number
    705060114738
    • DangerousRear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both side (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass133,458 miles (+17,793)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    133,458 miles
    Test number
    475664527372

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass115,665 miles (+4,314)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    115,665 miles
    Test number
    577385744455

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass111,351 miles (+3,613)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    111,351 miles
    Test number
    641590408476

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass107,738 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    107,738 miles
    Test number
    369320075694
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail107,738 miles (+20,500)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,738 miles
    Test number
    739517526715
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Diff Seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass87,238 miles (+19,348)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    87,238 miles
    Test number
    923848701714

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass67,890 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    67,890 miles
    Test number
    534376389088
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened N/S & O/S (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened N/S & O/S (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail67,890 miles1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,890 miles
    Test number
    895381890946
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened N/S & O/S (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened N/S & O/S (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Questions about S3 VDH

Does S3 VDH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S3 VDH is valid until 23 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on S3 VDH?
The MOT on S3 VDH is valid until 23 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 VDH done?
S3 VDH was recorded at 142,056 miles at its MOT on 19 Oct 2026, an average of 12,347 miles a year.
Has S3 VDH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S3 VDH has failed 3 of its 10 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on S3 VDH 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 VDH find?
S3 VDH passed its latest MOT on 19 Oct 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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