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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

S78 DADMOT history

S78 DAD is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 12 Jul 2012. Its MOT is valid until 30 Oct 2026 and it has passed 11 of 15 MOT tests, with 115,799 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Oct 2025.

S78 DAD black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 30 Oct 2026
Mileage
115,799 mi
At MOT on 31 Oct 2025
MOT tests
15
11 passed · 4 failed
Per year
8,433 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S78 DAD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
12 Jul 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
31 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S78 DAD was last recorded at 115,799 miles on 31 Oct 2025, 6,298 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
109,501 miles · 16 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
6,298 miles
Average per year
8,433 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 115,799 miles
  • 2024 – 109,501 miles
  • 2023 – 100,013 miles
  • 2022 – 89,453 miles
  • 2021 – 79,471 miles
  • 2020 – 69,701 miles
  • 2019 – 61,370 miles
  • 2018 – 51,756 miles
  • 2017 – 43,992 miles
  • 2016 – 36,038 miles
  • 2015 – 29,292 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass115,799 miles
  • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (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 Rear pad sensor wire damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Engine and under covers fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

15 tests since 29 Jul 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass115,799 miles (+6,298)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    115,799 miles
    Test number
    674975141262
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass109,501 miles (+9,488)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    109,501 miles
    Test number
    457310459806
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass100,013 miles (+10,560)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    100,013 miles
    Test number
    279203515176
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rears (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass89,453 miles (+9,982)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    89,453 miles
    Test number
    461843679680

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass79,471 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    79,471 miles
    Test number
    163335569805
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Fail79,471 miles (+9,770)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,471 miles
    Test number
    216305691430
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass69,701 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    69,701 miles
    Test number
    919566875097
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail69,701 miles (+8,331)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,701 miles
    Test number
    771318089932
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass61,370 miles (+9,614)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    61,370 miles
    Test number
    338413685531

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass51,756 miles (+32)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    51,756 miles
    Test number
    609642585487

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail51,724 miles (+7,732)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,724 miles
    Test number
    638470226587
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass43,992 miles (+7,954)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    43,992 miles
    Test number
    854138758160
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass36,038 miles (+17)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    36,038 miles
    Test number
    651277413891
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear pad sensor wire damaged
    • AdvisoryEngine and under covers fitted

  14. Fail36,021 miles (+6,729)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,021 miles
    Test number
    905931707739
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear pad sensor wire damaged
    • AdvisoryEngine and under covers fitted

  15. Pass29,292 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    29,292 miles
    Test number
    145040015224
    • 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
    • NoteEmirions to clean to reed

Questions about S78 DAD

Does S78 DAD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S78 DAD is valid until 30 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on S78 DAD?
The MOT on S78 DAD 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 S78 DAD done?
S78 DAD was recorded at 115,799 miles at its MOT on 31 Oct 2025, an average of 8,433 miles a year.
Has S78 DAD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S78 DAD has failed 4 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Sept 2021.
Has the mileage on S78 DAD 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 S78 DAD find?
S78 DAD passed its latest MOT on 31 Oct 2025 with 1 minor defect: rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources.

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