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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Diesel · 2008 · 1,995 cc

S70 KDWMOT history

S70 KDW is a silver diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 1 Jul 2008. Its MOT is valid until 30 Oct 2026 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 168,534 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Oct 2026.

S70 KDW silver 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 30 Oct 2026
Mileage
168,534 mi
At MOT on 13 Oct 2026
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,966 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S70 KDW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
1 Jul 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
13 Oct 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

S70 KDW was last recorded at 168,534 miles on 13 Oct 2026, 5,141 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
163,393 miles · 22 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
5,141 miles
Average per year
7,966 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 168,534 miles
  • 2025 – 163,393 miles
  • 2024 – 159,259 miles
  • 2023 – 154,217 miles
  • 2022 – 149,234 miles
  • 2021 – 143,811 miles
  • 2020 – 140,224 miles
  • 2019 – 135,070 miles
  • 2018 – 125,130 miles
  • 2017 – 116,389 miles
  • 2016 – 103,004 miles
  • 2015 – 90,873 miles
  • 2014 – 85,147 miles
  • 2013 – 69,760 miles
  • 2012 – 61,259 miles
  • 2011 – 45,966 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail168,534 miles
  • MajorFront Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
  • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
  • AdvisoryCentral exhaust heat shield insecure
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

What MOT failures 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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

22 tests since 25 May 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail168,534 miles (+5,141)6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,534 miles
    Test number
    973051847918
    • MajorFront Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust heat shield insecure
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass163,393 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    163,393 miles
    Test number
    719620311558
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  3. Fail163,391 miles (+4,132)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,391 miles
    Test number
    623458959919
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  4. Pass159,259 miles (+5,042)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    159,259 miles
    Test number
    953943030950
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass154,217 miles (+4,983)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    154,217 miles
    Test number
    584115935436
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass149,234 miles (+5,423)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    149,234 miles
    Test number
    800272681583
    • 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))

  7. Pass143,811 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    143,811 miles
    Test number
    622676386745
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Fail143,811 miles (+3,587)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,811 miles
    Test number
    900826005576
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass140,224 miles (+5,154)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    140,224 miles
    Test number
    980336361557
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass135,070 miles (+9,940)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    135,070 miles
    Test number
    682048454957
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  11. Pass125,130 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    125,130 miles
    Test number
    336353804520
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Fail125,130 miles (+8,741)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,130 miles
    Test number
    777408163937
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Pass116,389 miles (+13,385)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    116,389 miles
    Test number
    698149973585

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass103,004 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    103,004 miles
    Test number
    794546573187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail103,003 miles (+12,130)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,003 miles
    Test number
    374586308318
    • FailureBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)
    • FailureBrake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick rear (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass90,873 miles (+5,726)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2016
    Odometer
    90,873 miles
    Test number
    186011245141
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass85,147 miles (+15,387)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2015
    Odometer
    85,147 miles
    Test number
    328444944189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass69,760 miles (+8,501)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2014
    Odometer
    69,760 miles
    Test number
    745133233182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass61,259 miles (+564)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    61,259 miles
    Test number
    695200082198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass60,695 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2013
    Odometer
    60,695 miles
    Test number
    708931852184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail60,694 miles (+14,728)5 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,694 miles
    Test number
    926099142138
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteWipers starting to smear

  22. Pass45,966 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2012
    Odometer
    45,966 miles
    Test number
    268385441441

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S70 KDW

Does S70 KDW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S70 KDW is valid until 30 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on S70 KDW?
The MOT on S70 KDW is valid until 30 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S70 KDW done?
S70 KDW was recorded at 168,534 miles at its MOT on 13 Oct 2026, an average of 7,966 miles a year.
Has S70 KDW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S70 KDW has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on S70 KDW 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 KDW find?
S70 KDW failed its latest MOT on 13 Oct 2026 with 6 major defects and 4 advisories: front headlamp levelling device inoperative; nearside front headlamp aim too low; nearside front headlamp light source and lamp not compatible, and 7 more.

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