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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2009 · 2,979 cc

S4 MTEMOT history

S4 MTE is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 14 Mar 2009. Its MOT is valid until 1 Jun 2027 and it has passed 15 of 18 MOT tests, with 73,009 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 May 2026.

S4 MTE black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 1 Jun 2027
Mileage
73,009 mi
At MOT on 30 May 2026
MOT tests
18
15 passed · 3 failed
Per year
4,196 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S4 MTE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
14 Mar 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
30 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S4 MTE was last recorded at 73,009 miles on 30 May 2026, 4,337 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
68,672 miles · 2 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
4,337 miles
Average per year
4,196 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 73,009 miles
  • 2025 – 68,672 miles
  • 2024 – 65,424 miles
  • 2023 – 63,216 miles
  • 2022 – 60,160 miles
  • 2021 – 57,734 miles
  • 2020 – 54,933 miles
  • 2019 – 50,332 miles
  • 2018 – 45,354 miles
  • 2017 – 40,891 miles
  • 2016 – 35,994 miles
  • 2015 – 31,540 miles
  • 2014 – 26,069 miles
  • 2013 – 20,284 miles
  • 2012 – 13,880 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass73,009 miles
  • AdvisoryRear brakes slightly sticking-rear x2 shockers damp-

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 Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

Full MOT history

18 tests since 26 Apr 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass73,009 miles (+4,337)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    73,009 miles
    Test number
    963403455311
    • AdvisoryRear brakes slightly sticking-rear x2 shockers damp-

  2. Pass68,672 miles (+3,248)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    68,672 miles
    Test number
    795922040464
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass65,424 miles (+2,208)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2025
    Odometer
    65,424 miles
    Test number
    753198295737

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass63,216 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2024
    Odometer
    63,216 miles
    Test number
    513612472113
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail63,216 miles (+3,056)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,216 miles
    Test number
    630877725203
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass60,160 miles (+2,426)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2023
    Odometer
    60,160 miles
    Test number
    530619923059
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Pass57,734 miles (+2,801)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2022
    Odometer
    57,734 miles
    Test number
    512409203752

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass54,933 miles (+4,601)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2021
    Odometer
    54,933 miles
    Test number
    574790280529
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass50,332 miles (+4,978)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    50,332 miles
    Test number
    814944942278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass45,354 miles (+4,463)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    45,354 miles
    Test number
    605823814245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass40,891 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2018
    Odometer
    40,891 miles
    Test number
    995549413261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail40,891 miles (+4,897)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,891 miles
    Test number
    496390214318
    • Repaired at testExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits slight misfiring (7.3.D.3)
    • Repaired at testExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive slight misfire (7.3.D.3)

  13. Pass35,994 miles (+4,454)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2017
    Odometer
    35,994 miles
    Test number
    634353377256
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin both nearside & offside (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass31,540 miles (+5,471)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2016
    Odometer
    31,540 miles
    Test number
    396392545190
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass26,069 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2015
    Odometer
    26,069 miles
    Test number
    137104244143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail26,065 miles (+5,781)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,065 miles
    Test number
    649691244126
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  17. Pass20,284 miles (+6,404)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    20,284 miles
    Test number
    288545413196
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass13,880 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    13,880 miles
    Test number
    976047712155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S4 MTE

Does S4 MTE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S4 MTE is valid until 1 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on S4 MTE?
The MOT on S4 MTE is valid until 1 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S4 MTE done?
S4 MTE was recorded at 73,009 miles at its MOT on 30 May 2026, an average of 4,196 miles a year.
Has S4 MTE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S4 MTE has failed 3 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 30 May 2023.
Has the mileage on S4 MTE 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 MTE find?
S4 MTE passed its latest MOT on 30 May 2026 with 1 advisory: rear brakes slightly sticking-rear x2 shockers damp-.

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