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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Petrol · 2007 · 1,995 cc

S4 HELMOT history

S4 HEL is a grey petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 5 Jun 2007. Its MOT is valid until 2 Aug 2027 and it has passed 17 of 18 MOT tests, with 118,967 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Jul 2026.

S4 HEL grey BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 2 Aug 2027
Mileage
118,967 mi
At MOT on 14 Jul 2026
MOT tests
18
17 passed · 1 failed
Per year
6,123 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S4 HEL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
5 Jun 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S4 HEL was last recorded at 118,967 miles on 14 Jul 2026, 3,840 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
115,127 miles · 10 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
3,840 miles
Average per year
6,123 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 118,967 miles
  • 2025 – 115,127 miles
  • 2024 – 109,896 miles
  • 2023 – 106,361 miles
  • 2022 – 100,062 miles
  • 2021 – 95,182 miles
  • 2020 – 85,501 miles
  • 2019 – 73,515 miles
  • 2018 – 62,770 miles
  • 2017 – 46,900 miles
  • 2016 – 43,455 miles
  • 2015 – 41,134 miles
  • 2014 – 37,522 miles
  • 2013 – 35,166 miles
  • 2012 – 32,411 miles
  • 2011 – 25,444 miles
  • 2010 – 20,537 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass118,967 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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 Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

Full MOT history

18 tests since 16 Jun 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass118,967 miles (+3,840)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    118,967 miles
    Test number
    602500244524
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  2. Pass115,127 miles (+5,231)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    115,127 miles
    Test number
    670328787581

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass109,896 miles (+3,535)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    109,896 miles
    Test number
    893990171504
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass106,361 miles (+6,299)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    106,361 miles
    Test number
    882274243680
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass100,062 miles (+4,880)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    100,062 miles
    Test number
    594626003324
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass95,182 miles (+9,681)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    95,182 miles
    Test number
    675114430168
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass85,501 miles (+11,986)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    85,501 miles
    Test number
    546291115062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass73,515 miles (+10,745)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    73,515 miles
    Test number
    125709516020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass62,770 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    62,770 miles
    Test number
    434163254349
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail62,770 miles (+15,870)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,770 miles
    Test number
    698605716187
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass46,900 miles (+3,445)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    46,900 miles
    Test number
    198197545915
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel Rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.1.6b)

  12. Pass43,455 miles (+2,321)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    43,455 miles
    Test number
    628317378470

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass41,134 miles (+3,612)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    41,134 miles
    Test number
    396445015418

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass37,522 miles (+2,356)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    37,522 miles
    Test number
    519275004292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass35,166 miles (+2,755)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    35,166 miles
    Test number
    655784613230
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine management light on

  16. Pass32,411 miles (+6,967)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    32,411 miles
    Test number
    617375912256
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass25,444 miles (+4,907)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    25,444 miles
    Test number
    445975411268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass20,537 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    20,537 miles
    Test number
    544977160104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S4 HEL

Does S4 HEL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S4 HEL is valid until 2 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on S4 HEL?
The MOT on S4 HEL is valid until 2 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S4 HEL done?
S4 HEL was recorded at 118,967 miles at its MOT on 14 Jul 2026, an average of 6,123 miles a year.
Has S4 HEL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S4 HEL has failed 1 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Jul 2018.
Has the mileage on S4 HEL 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 HEL find?
S4 HEL passed its latest MOT on 14 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; exhaust noisy; parking brake efficiency only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair..

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