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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Diesel · 2010 · 1,995 cc

S4 LBYMOT history

S4 LBY is a grey diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 7 Oct 2010. Its MOT is valid until 13 Aug 2027 and it has passed 15 of 18 MOT tests, with 86,727 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Aug 2026.

S4 LBY grey BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 13 Aug 2027
Mileage
86,727 mi
At MOT on 12 Aug 2026
MOT tests
18
15 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,753 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S4 LBY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
7 Oct 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S4 LBY was last recorded at 86,727 miles on 12 Aug 2026, 7,773 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
78,954 miles · 14 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
7,773 miles
Average per year
5,753 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 86,727 miles
  • 2025 – 78,954 miles
  • 2024 – 72,500 miles
  • 2023 – 69,228 miles
  • 2022 – 66,134 miles
  • 2021 – 63,871 miles
  • 2020 – 62,477 miles
  • 2019 – 57,385 miles
  • 2018 – 52,879 miles
  • 2017 – 49,019 miles
  • 2016 – 40,654 miles
  • 2015 – 26,307 miles
  • 2014 – 15,900 miles
  • 2013 – 12,827 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass86,727 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp mounting points damaged but still secure
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Undertrays fitted.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

18 tests since 7 Oct 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass86,727 miles (+7,773)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    86,727 miles
    Test number
    871267096101
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp mounting points damaged but still secure
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Pass78,954 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    78,954 miles
    Test number
    911244507553
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Fail78,954 miles (+6,454)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,954 miles
    Test number
    256028827808
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Pass72,500 miles (+20)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    72,500 miles
    Test number
    393159843913
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  5. Fail72,480 miles (+3,252)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,480 miles
    Test number
    904147508602
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  6. Pass69,228 miles (+3,094)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    69,228 miles
    Test number
    277860703549

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass66,134 miles (+2,263)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    66,134 miles
    Test number
    407803745318

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass63,871 miles (+1,394)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    63,871 miles
    Test number
    354361349750
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres worn on inner edge
  9. Pass62,477 miles (+5,092)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    62,477 miles
    Test number
    992612637742
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres wearing on inner edge
  10. Pass57,385 miles (+4,506)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    57,385 miles
    Test number
    272946810713
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner rose joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner rose joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  11. Pass52,879 miles (+3,860)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    52,879 miles
    Test number
    555703705144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass49,019 miles (+8,365)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    49,019 miles
    Test number
    792148224197
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  13. Pass40,654 miles (+14,347)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    40,654 miles
    Test number
    555029019857
    • AdvisoryFront wipers smearing.
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted.
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  14. Pass26,307 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    26,307 miles
    Test number
    209203331762
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted.
  15. Fail26,307 miles (+10,407)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,307 miles
    Test number
    367614052857
    • FailureOffside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted.
  16. Pass15,900 miles (+2,778)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    15,900 miles
    Test number
    987879874276
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  17. Pass13,122 miles (+295)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2015
    Odometer
    13,122 miles
    Test number
    425578324130
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  18. Pass12,827 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    12,827 miles
    Test number
    315140283245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S4 LBY

Does S4 LBY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S4 LBY is valid until 13 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on S4 LBY?
The MOT on S4 LBY is valid until 13 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 LBY done?
S4 LBY was recorded at 86,727 miles at its MOT on 12 Aug 2026, an average of 5,753 miles a year.
Has S4 LBY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S4 LBY has failed 3 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on S4 LBY 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 LBY find?
S4 LBY passed its latest MOT on 12 Aug 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside headlamp mounting points damaged but still secure; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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