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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 2,979 cc

S4 COEMOT history

S4 COE is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 14 May 2003. Its MOT is valid until 9 Feb 2027 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 127,200 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Feb 2026.

S4 COE 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 9 Feb 2027
Mileage
127,200 mi
At MOT on 10 Feb 2026
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,773 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S4 COE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
14 May 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S4 COE was last recorded at 127,200 miles on 10 Feb 2026, 9 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
127,191 miles · 29 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
9 miles
Average per year
3,773 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 127,200 miles
  • 2025 – 126,492 miles
  • 2024 – 124,596 miles
  • 2023 – 117,387 miles
  • 2022 – 109,770 miles
  • 2021 – 106,890 miles
  • 2019 – 106,158 miles
  • 2018 – 105,808 miles
  • 2017 – 103,212 miles
  • 2016 – 100,310 miles
  • 2015 – 97,227 miles
  • 2014 – 94,433 miles
  • 2013 – 89,211 miles
  • 2012 – 84,378 miles
  • 2011 – 80,145 miles
  • 2010 – 77,083 miles
  • 2009 – 74,853 miles
  • 2008 – 70,694 miles
  • 2007 – 61,143 miles
  • 2006 – 52,700 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass127,200 miles
  • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all four

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all four

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

28 tests since 13 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass127,200 miles (+9)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    127,200 miles
    Test number
    724886770546
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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))

  2. Fail127,191 miles (+699)2 dangerous3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,191 miles
    Test number
    427901162022
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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))

  3. Pass126,492 miles (+2)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    126,492 miles
    Test number
    954930831758
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all four (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all four (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail126,490 miles (+1,894)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,490 miles
    Test number
    663298149619
    • MajorFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn both d bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all four (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all four (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass124,596 miles (+7,209)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    124,596 miles
    Test number
    241786031712
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass117,387 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    117,387 miles
    Test number
    750204884385
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Fail117,387 miles (+7,617)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,387 miles
    Test number
    354800002293
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass109,770 miles (+2,880)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    109,770 miles
    Test number
    254955697912
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass106,890 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    106,890 miles
    Test number
    893988330487
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Fail106,887 miles (+729)2 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,887 miles
    Test number
    804507230193
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass106,158 miles (+12)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    106,158 miles
    Test number
    272974902619
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySome metal brake pipes surface rusted

  12. Fail106,146 miles (+338)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,146 miles
    Test number
    772182583616
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements spaced wrong (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements spaced wrong (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySome metal brake pipes surface rusted

  13. Pass105,808 miles (+9)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    105,808 miles
    Test number
    680269824531
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose/pipe corroded going into caliper
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Both rear shocks corroded on casing

  14. Fail105,799 miles (+2,587)3 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,799 miles
    Test number
    806057733261
    • MajorNearside Front Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury Wheel arch, corrosion causing sharp edge (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 255/35R18 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose/pipe corroded going into caliper
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm and perishing 255/35R18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Both rear shocks corroded on casing

  15. Pass103,212 miles (+2,902)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    103,212 miles
    Test number
    875865699317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass100,310 miles (+7)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    100,310 miles
    Test number
    979609123033
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both @ 3mm (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail100,303 miles (+3,076)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,303 miles
    Test number
    897101026842
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour white in colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded pipe from n/s too o/s/r brake caliper (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour white in colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both @ 3mm (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass97,227 miles (+2,794)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    97,227 miles
    Test number
    605951805272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass94,433 miles (+5,222)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    94,433 miles
    Test number
    166889294115
    • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  20. Pass89,211 miles (+22)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    89,211 miles
    Test number
    715282793103
    • NoteN/S FRONT LOWER SWIVEL BALL SLIGHT M/MENT.
    • NoteO/S FRONT LOWER INNER WISHBONE BUSH M/MENT.

  21. Fail89,189 miles (+4,811)2 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,189 miles
    Test number
    369390893170
    • FailureNearside Inner Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Inner Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteALL WINDOWS TINTED.
    • NoteN/S FRONT LOWER SWIVEL BALL SLIGHT M/MENT.
    • NoteO/S FRONT LOWER INNER WISHBONE BUSH M/MENT.

  22. Pass84,378 miles (+4,233)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    84,378 miles
    Test number
    596874192131
    • NoteN/S AND O/S REAR BRAKE PIPES CORRODED.
    • NoteN/S FRONT SUSPENSION STRUT SIGNS OF DAMPNESS.

  23. Pass80,145 miles (+3,062)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    80,145 miles
    Test number
    957677261189
    • NoteO/S AND N/S REAR BRAKE PIPES CORRODED.

  24. Pass77,083 miles (+2,230)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    77,083 miles
    Test number
    923118950176
    • NoteN/S AND O/S LOWER SWIVEL BALLJOINTS LIFT. N/S FRONT SUSPENSION SLIGHT OIL LEAKAGE. REAR BRAKE PIPES CORRODED.

  25. Pass74,853 miles (+4,159)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    74,853 miles
    Test number
    981707669155
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  26. Pass70,694 miles (+9,551)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    70,694 miles
    Test number
    624911278125
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  27. Pass61,143 miles (+8,443)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2008
    Odometer
    61,143 miles
    Test number
    230852337456

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass52,700 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2007
    Odometer
    52,700 miles
    Test number
    504893436163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S4 COE

Does S4 COE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S4 COE is valid until 9 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on S4 COE?
The MOT on S4 COE is valid until 9 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S4 COE done?
S4 COE was recorded at 127,200 miles at its MOT on 10 Feb 2026, an average of 3,773 miles a year.
Has S4 COE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S4 COE has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on S4 COE 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 S4 COE find?
S4 COE passed its latest MOT on 10 Feb 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: nearside obligatory mirror slightly loose; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 2 more.

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