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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,995 cc

S70 CUTMOT history

S70 CUT is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 23 Jun 2008. Its MOT is valid until 10 Apr 2027 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 129,365 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Apr 2026.

S70 CUT black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 10 Apr 2027
Mileage
129,365 mi
At MOT on 4 Apr 2026
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,260 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S70 CUT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
23 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S70 CUT was last recorded at 129,365 miles on 4 Apr 2026, 8,845 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
120,520 miles · 7 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
8,845 miles
Average per year
7,260 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 129,365 miles
  • 2025 – 120,520 miles
  • 2024 – 116,874 miles
  • 2023 – 108,981 miles
  • 2021 – 95,665 miles
  • 2020 – 90,960 miles
  • 2019 – 80,414 miles
  • 2018 – 67,937 miles
  • 2017 – 63,078 miles
  • 2016 – 56,096 miles
  • 2015 – 50,662 miles
  • 2014 – 47,588 miles
  • 2013 – 42,728 miles
  • 2012 – 37,824 miles
  • 2011 – 18,844 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass129,365 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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 Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

23 tests since 13 Jan 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass129,365 miles (+8,845)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    129,365 miles
    Test number
    599998594863
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (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))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  2. Pass120,520 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    120,520 miles
    Test number
    680172503231
    • MinorNearside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
  3. Fail120,520 miles (+3,646)1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,520 miles
    Test number
    517006382549
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MinorNearside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
  4. Pass116,874 miles (+7,893)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    116,874 miles
    Test number
    929249983434
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryHand brake high
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sills (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Suspensions (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  5. Pass108,981 miles (+13,316)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    108,981 miles
    Test number
    152041499982
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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. Pass95,665 miles (+4,705)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    95,665 miles
    Test number
    344600352645

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass90,960 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    90,960 miles
    Test number
    345987500205
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • 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))
  8. Fail90,959 miles (+10,545)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,959 miles
    Test number
    965721302614
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • 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))
  9. Pass80,414 miles (+37)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    80,414 miles
    Test number
    789178669593
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  10. Fail80,377 miles (+12,440)2 dangerous1 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,377 miles
    Test number
    493116474962
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Inner Sidewall failure 255/35 R18 92Y (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed 255/35 R18 92Y (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  11. Pass67,937 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    67,937 miles
    Test number
    979820426546
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge @2mm 255/35 R18 90W RFT (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of some components
  12. Fail67,937 miles (+4,859)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,937 miles
    Test number
    452522723000
    • MajorFront Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • MajorRear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge @2mm 255/35 R18 90W RFT (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of some components
  13. Pass63,078 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    63,078 miles
    Test number
    919301359475
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake flexi pipes cracking slightly
    • AdvisoryEngine bay and under covers fitted
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs corroded
    • AdvisoryFront brakes imbalanced
    • AdvisoryFront brakes show slight fluctuation in rollers
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal cracking
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre wearing low, lower on edges
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre worn low, close to legal limit, bald inner edge
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre cracked in tread, bald/thin on edges, close to cords
  14. Fail63,078 miles (+6,982)2 failures1 repaired10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,078 miles
    Test number
    514917611241
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • Repaired at testExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake flexi pipes cracking slightly
    • AdvisoryEngine bay and under covers fitted
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs corroded
    • AdvisoryFront brakes imbalanced
    • AdvisoryFront brakes show slight fluctuation in rollers
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal cracking
    • AdvisoryN/s hand brake effort low
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre wearing low, lower on edges
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre worn low, close to legal limit, bald inner edge
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre cracked in tread, bald/thin on edges, close to cords
  15. Pass56,096 miles (+5,434)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    56,096 miles
    Test number
    489534184752
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake flexi pipes slightly starting to crack
    • AdvisoryEngine bay and under covers fitted
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal cracked
    • AdvisoryHand brake travel high, close to limit
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre slight edge wear
    • AdvisoryN/s/r hand brake effort low, close to limit
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre cracked in tread
    • AdvisorySlight wear n/s/r tyre, 3.78mm in 1 tread groove
  16. Pass50,662 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    50,662 miles
    Test number
    479106176973
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
  17. Fail50,662 miles (+3,074)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,662 miles
    Test number
    531938152388
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
  18. Pass47,588 miles (+4,860)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    47,588 miles
    Test number
    545679054252
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteWiper blades smearing
  19. Pass42,728 miles (+22)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    42,728 miles
    Test number
    297366753204
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  20. Fail42,706 miles (+4,882)1 failure2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,706 miles
    Test number
    317462353419
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  21. Pass37,824 miles (+7,593)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    37,824 miles
    Test number
    215481562204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass30,231 miles (+11,387)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    30,231 miles
    Test number
    329757902073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass18,844 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    18,844 miles
    Test number
    137213911068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S70 CUT

Does S70 CUT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S70 CUT is valid until 10 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on S70 CUT?
The MOT on S70 CUT is valid until 10 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S70 CUT done?
S70 CUT was recorded at 129,365 miles at its MOT on 4 Apr 2026, an average of 7,260 miles a year.
Has S70 CUT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S70 CUT has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on S70 CUT 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 S70 CUT find?
S70 CUT passed its latest MOT on 4 Apr 2026 with 4 advisories: offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 1 more.

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