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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Diesel · 2007 · 2,993 cc

S4 GVLMOT history

S4 GVL is a grey diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 12 Nov 2007. Its MOT expired on 6 Apr 2026 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 118,171 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Apr 2025.

S4 GVL grey 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 6 Apr 2026
Mileage
118,171 mi
At MOT on 7 Apr 2025
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,244 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S4 GVL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
12 Nov 2007
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
7 Apr 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S4 GVL was last recorded at 118,171 miles on 7 Apr 2025, 60 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
118,111 miles · 1 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
60 miles
Average per year
6,244 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 118,171 miles
  • 2024 – 114,388 miles
  • 2023 – 109,513 miles
  • 2022 – 103,881 miles
  • 2021 – 99,850 miles
  • 2019 – 95,010 miles
  • 2018 – 88,408 miles
  • 2017 – 83,044 miles
  • 2016 – 78,380 miles
  • 2015 – 73,317 miles
  • 2014 – 63,412 miles
  • 2013 – 51,667 miles
  • 2012 – 41,041 miles
  • 2010 – 28,797 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass118,171 miles

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Major2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • O/s/f tyre is heavily worn on the inner edge. high risk of delamanation

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

21 tests since 14 Dec 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass118,171 miles (+60)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    118,171 miles
    Test number
    806700506064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail118,111 miles (+3,723)2 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,111 miles
    Test number
    110017221144
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass114,388 miles (+4,875)2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    114,388 miles
    Test number
    529735624818
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning inner lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning outer lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both offside & nearside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both offside & nearside (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge & tread blistered (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 & tread blistered (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))
    • AdvisoryVarious areas of bodywork damage

  4. Pass109,513 miles (+5,632)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    109,513 miles
    Test number
    378571609921

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass103,881 miles (+4,031)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    103,881 miles
    Test number
    910607881709
    • MinorOffside Rear Outer Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside position lamp in boot lid has loose connection. Inner
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass99,850 miles (+4,840)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    99,850 miles
    Test number
    779586774183
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  7. Pass95,010 miles (+69)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    95,010 miles
    Test number
    348132757457

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail94,941 miles (+61)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,941 miles
    Test number
    200363010692
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail94,880 miles (+6,472)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,880 miles
    Test number
    996123661528
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass88,408 miles (+27)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    88,408 miles
    Test number
    848916217776

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail88,381 miles (+5,337)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,381 miles
    Test number
    559391853666
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  12. Pass83,044 miles (+4,664)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    83,044 miles
    Test number
    714102119257
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryN/s front tyre worn on edges

  13. Pass78,380 miles (+5,063)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    78,380 miles
    Test number
    715926710079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass73,317 miles (+9,905)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    73,317 miles
    Test number
    156357325058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass63,412 miles (+11,745)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    63,412 miles
    Test number
    125298724048
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteN/s/r inner brake pad wearing low

  16. Pass51,667 miles1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    51,667 miles
    Test number
    519349133011
    • DangerousO/s/f tyre is heavily worn on the inner edge. high risk of delamanation
    • AdvisoryNearside Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  17. Fail51,667 miles (+10,626)2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,667 miles
    Test number
    975668333039
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousO/s/f tyre is heavily worn on the inner edge. high risk of delamanation
    • AdvisoryNearside Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  18. Pass41,041 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    41,041 miles
    Test number
    706845252083
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  19. Fail41,041 miles (+12,244)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,041 miles
    Test number
    398175252071
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  20. Pass28,797 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    28,797 miles
    Test number
    454278240336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail28,797 miles1 failure1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,797 miles
    Test number
    401618340461
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Questions about S4 GVL

Does S4 GVL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S4 GVL expired on 6 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S4 GVL?
The MOT on S4 GVL expired on 6 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S4 GVL done?
S4 GVL was recorded at 118,171 miles at its MOT on 7 Apr 2025, an average of 6,244 miles a year.
Has S4 GVL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S4 GVL has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on S4 GVL 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 GVL find?
S4 GVL passed its latest MOT on 7 Apr 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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