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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2006 · 1,995 cc

S4 TPYMOT history

S4 TPY is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 19 May 2006. Its MOT expired on 4 May 2024 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 93,283 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 May 2023.

S4 TPY silver 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 4 May 2024
Mileage
93,283 mi
At MOT on 5 May 2023
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,754 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S4 TPY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
19 May 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 May 2024
Latest MOT test
5 May 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

S4 TPY was last recorded at 93,283 miles on 5 May 2023, 7,583 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Jan 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 22 Dec 2021: 65,697 miles, lower than 79,078 miles on 20 Nov 2020.

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
85,700 miles · 11 Jan 2022
Between the last two tests
7,583 miles
Average per year
5,754 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 93,283 miles
  • 2022 – 85,700 miles
  • 2021 – 65,697 miles
  • 2020 – 79,078 miles
  • 2019 – 70,568 miles
  • 2018 – 57,521 miles
  • 2017 – 46,334 miles
  • 2016 – 42,622 miles
  • 2015 – 38,343 miles
  • 2014 – 34,312 miles
  • 2013 – 30,148 miles
  • 2012 – 23,181 miles
  • 2011 – 19,825 miles
  • 2010 – 16,227 miles
  • 2009 – 12,953 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass93,283 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

19 tests since 19 May 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass93,283 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2024
    Odometer
    93,283 miles
    Test number
    415248885928
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Fail93,283 miles (+7,583)2 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,283 miles
    Test number
    202154900258
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Shock absorbers likely to become detached (5.3.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Pass85,700 miles (+20,003)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    85,700 miles
    Test number
    378859419871

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail65,697 miles (-13,381)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,697 miles
    Test number
    255932999933
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine
  5. Pass79,078 miles (+8,510)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    79,078 miles
    Test number
    469175015712

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass70,568 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    70,568 miles
    Test number
    645916734735
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both. (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  7. Fail70,565 miles (+13,044)2 dangerous7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,565 miles
    Test number
    173221768289
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both. (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  8. Pass57,521 miles (+28)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    57,521 miles
    Test number
    913847134215
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  9. Fail57,493 miles (+11,159)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,493 miles
    Test number
    388052311575
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Pass46,334 miles (+3,712)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    46,334 miles
    Test number
    749216009983
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre has a cut on the inner side wall no cords ply exposed
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (3.5.1i)
  11. Pass42,622 miles (+4,279)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    42,622 miles
    Test number
    767861852187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass38,343 miles (+4,031)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    38,343 miles
    Test number
    337735085151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail34,312 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,312 miles
    Test number
    116834184136
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
  14. Pass34,312 miles (+4,164)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    34,312 miles
    Test number
    455714084167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass30,148 miles (+6,967)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    30,148 miles
    Test number
    647993763156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass23,181 miles (+3,356)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    23,181 miles
    Test number
    637284862158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass19,825 miles (+3,598)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    19,825 miles
    Test number
    208834361467

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass16,227 miles (+3,274)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2011
    Odometer
    16,227 miles
    Test number
    270470530150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass12,953 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2010
    Odometer
    12,953 miles
    Test number
    740879239193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S4 TPY

Does S4 TPY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S4 TPY expired on 4 May 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S4 TPY?
The MOT on S4 TPY expired on 4 May 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S4 TPY done?
S4 TPY was recorded at 93,283 miles at its MOT on 5 May 2023, an average of 5,754 miles a year.
Has S4 TPY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S4 TPY has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 5 May 2023.
Has the mileage on S4 TPY ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 22 Dec 2021. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S4 TPY find?
S4 TPY passed its latest MOT on 5 May 2023 with 4 advisories: front brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 1 more.

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