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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2007 · 1,991 cc

S4 DRUMOT history

S4 DRU is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 30 Nov 2007. Its MOT expired on 1 Sept 2023 and it has passed 9 of 15 MOT tests, with 101,670 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Sept 2022.

S4 DRU blue BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 1 Sept 2023
Mileage
101,670 mi
At MOT on 2 Sept 2022
MOT tests
15
9 passed · 6 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
S4 DRU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,991 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
30 Nov 2007
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Sept 2023
Latest MOT test
2 Sept 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

S4 DRU was last recorded at 101,670 miles on 2 Sept 2022, 22 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Dec 2018.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 11 May 2011: 53,030 miles, lower than 115,314 miles on 24 Feb 2011.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
101,648 miles · 7 Dec 2018
Between the last two tests
22 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 101,670 miles
  • 2018 – 101,648 miles
  • 2016 – 99,750 miles
  • 2015 – 96,351 miles
  • 2014 – 89,879 miles
  • 2013 – 76,643 miles
  • 2012 – 62,429 miles
  • 2011 – 53,030 miles
  • 2010 – 106,052 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass101,670 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Upper arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Upper arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre wearing on inner edge and has cuts in tread

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 Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

15 tests since 1 Nov 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass101,670 miles (+22)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    101,670 miles
    Test number
    909905819497
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Upper arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Upper arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre wearing on inner edge and has cuts in tread

  2. Pass101,648 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    101,648 miles
    Test number
    737591927079
    • AdvisoryExhaust leak
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Fail101,648 miles (+1,898)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,648 miles
    Test number
    180691791387
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust leak
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass99,750 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    99,750 miles
    Test number
    236735038867
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  5. Fail99,744 miles (+3,393)7 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,744 miles
    Test number
    897568512869
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate obscured with tape ? (3.4.1b)
    • FailureMain beam 'tell-tale' not working Obscured (1.7.4c)
    • FailureNearside Indicator tell tale inoperative obscured with tape (1.4.A.2a)
    • FailureOffside Indicator tell tale inoperative obscured with tape (1.4.A.2a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working Obscured taped over (1.3.1b)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  6. Pass96,351 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    96,351 miles
    Test number
    976755545218
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  7. Fail96,351 miles (+6,472)3 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,351 miles
    Test number
    467605845281
    • FailureNearside Headlamp cleaning device obviously defective (1.7.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  8. Pass89,879 miles (+7)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    89,879 miles
    Test number
    777201514237
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  9. Fail89,872 miles (+13,229)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,872 miles
    Test number
    448796904214
    • FailureNearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Pass76,643 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    76,643 miles
    Test number
    998751873155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail76,643 miles (+14,214)2 dangerous2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,643 miles
    Test number
    335630973139
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteEngine malfuntion warning light on!

  12. Pass62,429 miles (+9,399)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2013
    Odometer
    62,429 miles
    Test number
    649928412168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass53,030 miles (-62,284)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2012
    Odometer
    53,030 miles
    Test number
    676511831143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail115,314 miles (+9,262)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,314 miles
    Test number
    425085851097
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass106,052 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    106,052 miles
    Test number
    803115000347

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S4 DRU

Does S4 DRU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S4 DRU expired on 1 Sept 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S4 DRU?
The MOT on S4 DRU expired on 1 Sept 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S4 DRU done?
S4 DRU was recorded at 101,670 miles at its MOT on 2 Sept 2022.
Has S4 DRU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S4 DRU has failed 6 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Dec 2018.
Has the mileage on S4 DRU ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 11 May 2011. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S4 DRU find?
S4 DRU passed its latest MOT on 2 Sept 2022 with 1 minor defect and 8 advisories: nearside rear position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated, and 6 more.

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