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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 1,995 cc

S70 LFEMOT history

S70 LFE is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 12 Sept 2008. Its MOT is valid until 2 Apr 2027 and it has passed 16 of 18 MOT tests, with 149,687 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Mar 2026.

S70 LFE black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 2 Apr 2027
Mileage
149,687 mi
At MOT on 30 Mar 2026
MOT tests
18
16 passed · 2 failed
Per year
8,286 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S70 LFE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
12 Sept 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S70 LFE was last recorded at 149,687 miles on 30 Mar 2026, 11,948 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
137,739 miles · 2 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
11,948 miles
Average per year
8,286 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 149,687 miles
  • 2025 – 137,739 miles
  • 2024 – 126,414 miles
  • 2023 – 113,829 miles
  • 2022 – 99,524 miles
  • 2021 – 88,955 miles
  • 2020 – 83,593 miles
  • 2019 – 77,230 miles
  • 2018 – 72,394 miles
  • 2017 – 68,605 miles
  • 2016 – 57,241 miles
  • 2015 – 50,653 miles
  • 2014 – 47,131 miles
  • 2013 – 41,185 miles
  • 2012 – 34,994 miles
  • 2011 – 29,220 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass149,687 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

18 tests since 15 Sept 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass149,687 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    149,687 miles
    Test number
    160882312052
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail149,687 miles (+11,948)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,687 miles
    Test number
    279433027234
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass137,739 miles (+11,325)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    137,739 miles
    Test number
    744046337978
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass126,414 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    126,414 miles
    Test number
    894558927652
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  5. Fail126,413 miles (+12,584)2 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,413 miles
    Test number
    872001255684
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  6. Pass113,829 miles (+14,305)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    113,829 miles
    Test number
    622056932371

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass99,524 miles (+10,569)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    99,524 miles
    Test number
    232039153549
    • 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))

  8. Pass88,955 miles (+5,362)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    88,955 miles
    Test number
    903075100841

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass83,593 miles (+6,363)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    83,593 miles
    Test number
    227993386209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass77,230 miles (+4,836)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    77,230 miles
    Test number
    617821014996
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn on outer edges

  11. Pass72,394 miles (+3,789)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    72,394 miles
    Test number
    184153203331
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  12. Pass68,605 miles (+11,364)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    68,605 miles
    Test number
    164490439635
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  13. Pass57,241 miles (+6,588)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    57,241 miles
    Test number
    550324572171
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres wearing thin
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring suspension underside components

  14. Pass50,653 miles (+3,522)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    50,653 miles
    Test number
    848021095533
    • AdvisoryDsg failure orange light

  15. Pass47,131 miles (+5,946)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    47,131 miles
    Test number
    936504454279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass41,185 miles (+6,191)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    41,185 miles
    Test number
    727694453218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass34,994 miles (+5,774)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    34,994 miles
    Test number
    745606452258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass29,220 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    29,220 miles
    Test number
    659718451220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S70 LFE

Does S70 LFE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S70 LFE is valid until 2 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on S70 LFE?
The MOT on S70 LFE is valid until 2 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 LFE done?
S70 LFE was recorded at 149,687 miles at its MOT on 30 Mar 2026, an average of 8,286 miles a year.
Has S70 LFE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S70 LFE has failed 2 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on S70 LFE 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 LFE find?
S70 LFE passed its latest MOT on 30 Mar 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement.

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