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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

S70 DBCMOT history

S70 DBC is a blue diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 20 Sept 2012. Its MOT is valid until 2 Jul 2027 and it has passed 12 of 14 MOT tests, with 120,024 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Jul 2026.

S70 DBC blue BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 2 Jul 2027
Mileage
120,024 mi
At MOT on 2 Jul 2026
MOT tests
14
12 passed · 2 failed
Per year
6,550 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S70 DBC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
20 Sept 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S70 DBC was last recorded at 120,024 miles on 2 Jul 2026, 5,782 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
114,242 miles · 3 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
5,782 miles
Average per year
6,550 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 120,024 miles
  • 2025 – 114,242 miles
  • 2024 – 106,692 miles
  • 2023 – 102,659 miles
  • 2022 – 97,801 miles
  • 2021 – 92,434 miles
  • 2020 – 86,886 miles
  • 2019 – 77,324 miles
  • 2018 – 68,440 miles
  • 2017 – 60,219 miles
  • 2016 – 52,657 miles
  • 2015 – 49,849 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass120,024 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

14 tests since 15 Oct 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass120,024 miles (+5,782)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    120,024 miles
    Test number
    847531597663
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

  2. Pass114,242 miles (+7,550)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    114,242 miles
    Test number
    385541718073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass106,692 miles (+4,033)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    106,692 miles
    Test number
    495447706873

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass102,659 miles (+4,858)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    102,659 miles
    Test number
    766414115049
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread number plate cracked (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to cords on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass97,801 miles (+5,367)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    97,801 miles
    Test number
    391948191218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass92,434 miles (+5,548)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    92,434 miles
    Test number
    381920658826

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass86,886 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    86,886 miles
    Test number
    267222309487

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail86,886 miles (+9,562)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,886 miles
    Test number
    652414351296
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  9. Pass77,324 miles (+8,884)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    77,324 miles
    Test number
    578101082756
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

  10. Pass68,440 miles (+8,221)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    68,440 miles
    Test number
    730695129765
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre

  11. Pass60,219 miles (+7,562)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    60,219 miles
    Test number
    956800061692

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass52,657 miles (+2,808)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    52,657 miles
    Test number
    578112668752

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass49,849 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    49,849 miles
    Test number
    882238566996
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Fail49,849 miles1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,849 miles
    Test number
    958178977227
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about S70 DBC

Does S70 DBC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S70 DBC is valid until 2 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on S70 DBC?
The MOT on S70 DBC is valid until 2 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S70 DBC done?
S70 DBC was recorded at 120,024 miles at its MOT on 2 Jul 2026, an average of 6,550 miles a year.
Has S70 DBC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S70 DBC has failed 2 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Mar 2020.
Has the mileage on S70 DBC 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 DBC find?
S70 DBC passed its latest MOT on 2 Jul 2026 with 3 advisories: front brake pad(s) wearing thin; nearside rear inner tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords; offside front seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed.

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