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BMW M3

Blue · Petrol · 2002 · 3,246 cc

S54 PHXMOT history

S54 PHX is a blue petrol BMW M3 first used on 24 Sept 2002. Its MOT is valid until 1 Jun 2027 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 129,362 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Jun 2026.

S54 PHX blue BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 1 Jun 2027
Mileage
129,362 mi
At MOT on 2 Jun 2026
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,574 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S54 PHX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
M3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,246 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
24 Sept 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S54 PHX was last recorded at 129,362 miles on 2 Jun 2026, 30 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
129,332 miles · 13 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
30 miles
Average per year
4,574 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 129,362 miles
  • 2025 – 123,197 miles
  • 2024 – 115,540 miles
  • 2023 – 115,011 miles
  • 2022 – 113,888 miles
  • 2021 – 112,020 miles
  • 2018 – 111,489 miles
  • 2017 – 110,034 miles
  • 2016 – 108,564 miles
  • 2015 – 106,626 miles
  • 2014 – 104,595 miles
  • 2013 – 100,129 miles
  • 2012 – 91,430 miles
  • 2011 – 84,535 miles
  • 2010 – 77,845 miles
  • 2009 – 66,700 miles
  • 2008 – 55,672 miles
  • 2007 – 44,104 miles
  • 2006 – 37,749 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass129,362 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorOffside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (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 Side repeater incorrect colour

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2026

  • Offside Side repeater incorrect colour

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2026

  • Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured WING (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Front Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured WING (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

26 tests since 22 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass129,362 miles3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    129,362 miles
    Test number
    717478050034
    • MinorNearside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail129,362 miles (+30)1 repaired3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,362 miles
    Test number
    285897401718
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail129,332 miles (+6,135)8 major4 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,332 miles
    Test number
    138588832293
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass123,197 miles (+7,657)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    123,197 miles
    Test number
    875219581947
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. both (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  5. Pass115,540 miles (+529)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    115,540 miles
    Test number
    575666987979

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass115,011 miles (+1,123)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    115,011 miles
    Test number
    923530900537

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass113,888 miles (+1,868)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    113,888 miles
    Test number
    590465598146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass112,020 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    112,020 miles
    Test number
    358072372500

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail112,018 miles (+529)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,018 miles
    Test number
    155882663213
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  10. Pass111,489 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    111,489 miles
    Test number
    241573435798

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail111,475 miles (+1,441)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,475 miles
    Test number
    124976944602
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

  12. Pass110,034 miles (+14)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    110,034 miles
    Test number
    734402492841
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured WING (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured WING (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  13. Fail110,020 miles (+1,456)3 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,020 miles
    Test number
    702621334448
    • FailureExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (7.1.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured WING (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured WING (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass108,564 miles (+1,938)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    108,564 miles
    Test number
    389217883982

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass106,626 miles (+2,031)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    106,626 miles
    Test number
    736493305231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass104,595 miles (+4,466)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    104,595 miles
    Test number
    919254004280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass100,129 miles (+8,699)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    100,129 miles
    Test number
    807128703200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass91,430 miles (+6,895)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    91,430 miles
    Test number
    859838702237
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass84,535 miles (+6,690)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    84,535 miles
    Test number
    586908261151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass77,845 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    77,845 miles
    Test number
    652388960171
    • NoteAutomatic head lamp adjuster broken off side front on the suspension arm

  21. Fail77,845 miles (+11,145)2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,845 miles
    Test number
    790228860150
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteAutomatic head lamp adjuster broken off side front on the suspension arm

  22. Pass66,700 miles (+11,028)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    66,700 miles
    Test number
    532035559119
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteRear silencer flange cracked

  23. Pass55,672 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    55,672 miles
    Test number
    190833768159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail55,670 miles (+11,566)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,670 miles
    Test number
    651472568165
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteEngine management warning lamp on

  25. Pass44,104 miles (+6,355)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    44,104 miles
    Test number
    992506257164
    • NoteEngie management ligt on

  26. Pass37,749 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2007
    Odometer
    37,749 miles
    Test number
    814712546149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S54 PHX

Does S54 PHX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S54 PHX is valid until 1 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on S54 PHX?
The MOT on S54 PHX 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 S54 PHX done?
S54 PHX was recorded at 129,362 miles at its MOT on 2 Jun 2026, an average of 4,574 miles a year.
Has S54 PHX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S54 PHX has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on S54 PHX 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 S54 PHX find?
S54 PHX passed its latest MOT on 2 Jun 2026 with 3 minor defects and 4 advisories: nearside front window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; offside front window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view, and 4 more.

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