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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 2,494 cc

S80 LUUMOT history

S80 LUU is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 19 Aug 2003. Its MOT is valid until 31 May 2027 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 115,658 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 May 2026.

S80 LUU black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 31 May 2027
Mileage
115,658 mi
At MOT on 29 May 2026
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,054 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S80 LUU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
19 Aug 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 May 2027
Latest MOT test
29 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S80 LUU was last recorded at 115,658 miles on 29 May 2026, 41 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 May 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 13 Apr 2016: 64,509 miles, lower than 84,496 miles on 12 Apr 2016.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
115,617 miles · 27 May 2026
Between the last two tests
41 miles
Average per year
5,054 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 115,658 miles
  • 2025 – 108,673 miles
  • 2024 – 100,907 miles
  • 2023 – 94,231 miles
  • 2022 – 91,266 miles
  • 2019 – 91,080 miles
  • 2018 – 90,918 miles
  • 2017 – 89,036 miles
  • 2016 – 64,509 miles
  • 2015 – 78,996 miles
  • 2014 – 74,229 miles
  • 2013 – 69,600 miles
  • 2012 – 64,498 miles
  • 2011 – 59,855 miles
  • 2010 – 55,422 miles
  • 2009 – 45,891 miles
  • 2008 – 35,151 miles
  • 2007 – 23,506 miles
  • 2006 – 14,023 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass115,658 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Upper & Lower Dust Covers (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both Sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on Inner Edge Slightly 225/40ZR18 (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald on Inner Edge, 225/40ZR18 (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Close to Legal Limit 3mm & Worn on Inner Edge - 225/40ZR18 (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Central Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2018

  • Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2018

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2016–2018

Full MOT history

27 tests since 19 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass115,658 miles (+41)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2027
    Odometer
    115,658 miles
    Test number
    602257324241
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Upper & Lower Dust Covers (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both Sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on Inner Edge Slightly 225/40ZR18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald on Inner Edge, 225/40ZR18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Close to Legal Limit 3mm & Worn on Inner Edge - 225/40ZR18 (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Fail115,617 miles (+6,944)1 dangerous1 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,617 miles
    Test number
    491565661944
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Inner Sidewall, 225/40ZR18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Upper & Lower Dust Covers (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both Sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on Inner Edge Slightly 225/40ZR18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald on Inner Edge, 225/40ZR18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Close to Legal Limit 3mm & Worn on Inner Edge - 225/40ZR18 (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Pass108,673 miles (+7,766)3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2026
    Odometer
    108,673 miles
    Test number
    294765757141
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear metal pipes have some corrosion (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bushes both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  4. Pass100,907 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2025
    Odometer
    100,907 miles
    Test number
    764711386711
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear have some corrosion at rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged both sides inner sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides worn on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Fail100,907 miles (+6,676)1 repaired2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,907 miles
    Test number
    162562860725
    • Repaired at testBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel handbrake (1.1.2 (a))
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear have some corrosion at rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged both sides inner sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides worn on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass94,231 miles (+2,965)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2024
    Odometer
    94,231 miles
    Test number
    509903310927
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front too rear pipes have slight corrosion at rear (1.1.11 (c))
  7. Pass91,266 miles (+186)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    91,266 miles
    Test number
    892842488834
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated FLEXI BRAKE HOUSE PERISHED (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material RIGID BRAKE PIPE SLIGHTLY CORRODED (1.1.11 (c))
  8. Pass91,080 miles (+162)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    91,080 miles
    Test number
    932457408729
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective gearbox bracket broken (6.1.2 (a))
  9. Pass90,918 miles (+37)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    90,918 miles
    Test number
    882223473205
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  10. Fail90,881 miles (+1,845)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,881 miles
    Test number
    237606305590
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  11. Pass89,036 miles (+24,527)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    89,036 miles
    Test number
    319151804673

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass64,509 miles (-19,987)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    64,509 miles
    Test number
    886767172266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail84,496 miles (+5,500)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,496 miles
    Test number
    203241457862
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
  14. Pass78,996 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    78,996 miles
    Test number
    305854705115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail78,996 miles (+4,767)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,996 miles
    Test number
    306014805160
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
  16. Pass74,229 miles (+4,629)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    74,229 miles
    Test number
    185320204124
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  17. Pass69,600 miles (+5,102)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    69,600 miles
    Test number
    966137483089
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  18. Pass64,498 miles (+4,643)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    64,498 miles
    Test number
    559189082050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass59,855 miles (+4,433)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    59,855 miles
    Test number
    995872401139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass55,422 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    55,422 miles
    Test number
    962699700107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail55,422 miles (+9,531)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,422 miles
    Test number
    414129800168
    • DangerousOffside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  22. Pass45,891 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    45,891 miles
    Test number
    780339099011
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  23. Fail45,891 miles (+10,740)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,891 miles
    Test number
    970339999028
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  24. Pass35,151 miles (+11,645)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    35,151 miles
    Test number
    943869708189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass23,506 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    23,506 miles
    Test number
    741053317111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail23,502 miles (+9,479)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,502 miles
    Test number
    824498207123
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  27. Pass14,023 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    14,023 miles
    Test number
    582399306160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S80 LUU

Does S80 LUU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S80 LUU is valid until 31 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on S80 LUU?
The MOT on S80 LUU is valid until 31 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S80 LUU done?
S80 LUU was recorded at 115,658 miles at its MOT on 29 May 2026, an average of 5,054 miles a year.
Has S80 LUU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S80 LUU has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 27 May 2026.
Has the mileage on S80 LUU ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 13 Apr 2016. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S80 LUU find?
S80 LUU passed its latest MOT on 29 May 2026 with 2 minor defects and 4 advisories: nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated upper & lower dust covers; offside front lower anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; front brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides, and 3 more.

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