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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2011 · 1,995 cc

S40 UBHMOT history

S40 UBH is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 14 Nov 2011. Its MOT is valid until 18 Oct 2027 and it has passed 13 of 18 MOT tests, with 149,865 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Oct 2026.

S40 UBH black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 18 Oct 2027
Mileage
149,865 mi
At MOT on 19 Oct 2026
MOT tests
18
13 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,629 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S40 UBH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
14 Nov 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S40 UBH was last recorded at 149,865 miles on 19 Oct 2026, 7,433 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
142,432 miles · 26 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
7,433 miles
Average per year
8,629 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 149,865 miles
  • 2025 – 142,432 miles
  • 2024 – 131,527 miles
  • 2023 – 120,998 miles
  • 2022 – 113,973 miles
  • 2021 – 106,228 miles
  • 2020 – 99,801 miles
  • 2019 – 91,863 miles
  • 2018 – 82,313 miles
  • 2017 – 73,835 miles
  • 2016 – 66,070 miles
  • 2015 – 58,373 miles
  • 2014 – 46,833 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass149,865 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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 Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

18 tests since 10 Nov 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass149,865 miles (+7,433)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    149,865 miles
    Test number
    657603384484
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass142,432 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    142,432 miles
    Test number
    859105653598
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  3. Fail142,430 miles (+10,903)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,430 miles
    Test number
    468291999452
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn bottom ball joint front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  4. Pass131,527 miles (+10,529)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    131,527 miles
    Test number
    258699073841
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both worn on outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass120,998 miles (+7,025)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    120,998 miles
    Test number
    887084235353
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement main arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play main arm ball joint facing down (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement main arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass113,973 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    113,973 miles
    Test number
    462466217367
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail113,973 miles (+7,745)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,973 miles
    Test number
    606312733216
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Flex (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Lower Rear arm damaged/splitting (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass106,228 miles (+6,427)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    106,228 miles
    Test number
    707986574100
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective smearing screen (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  9. Pass99,801 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    99,801 miles
    Test number
    918211925589
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  10. Fail99,801 miles (+7,938)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,801 miles
    Test number
    525934487319
    • MajorExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front & o/s/r (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryN/s/f fog light inoperative

  11. Pass91,863 miles (+9,550)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    91,863 miles
    Test number
    619684342524
    • AdvisoryExhaust clamp broken on downpipe but exhaust is not insecure.
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and engine covers fitted.

  12. Pass82,313 miles (+8,478)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    82,313 miles
    Test number
    213668008343

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass73,835 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    73,835 miles
    Test number
    841565472688
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  14. Fail73,835 miles (+7,765)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,835 miles
    Test number
    212361923092
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Rear arm (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  15. Pass66,070 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    66,070 miles
    Test number
    777922125987
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted.
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted.

  16. Fail66,070 miles (+7,697)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,070 miles
    Test number
    459276281514
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted.
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted.

  17. Pass58,373 miles (+11,540)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    58,373 miles
    Test number
    391596029909
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass46,833 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    46,833 miles
    Test number
    535114714371
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about S40 UBH

Does S40 UBH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S40 UBH is valid until 18 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on S40 UBH?
The MOT on S40 UBH 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 S40 UBH done?
S40 UBH was recorded at 149,865 miles at its MOT on 19 Oct 2026, an average of 8,629 miles a year.
Has S40 UBH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S40 UBH has failed 5 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on S40 UBH 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 S40 UBH find?
S40 UBH passed its latest MOT on 19 Oct 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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