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BMW 3 Series

Purple · Petrol · 2002 · 2,494 cc

S80 RTUMOT history

S80 RTU is a purple petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 30 Sept 2002. Its MOT is valid until 8 Nov 2026 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 112,433 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Nov 2025.

S80 RTU purple 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 8 Nov 2026
Mileage
112,433 mi
At MOT on 8 Nov 2025
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,016 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S80 RTU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Purple
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
30 Sept 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
8 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S80 RTU was last recorded at 112,433 miles on 8 Nov 2025, 2,224 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
110,209 miles · 24 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
2,224 miles
Average per year
5,016 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 112,433 miles
  • 2024 – 110,209 miles
  • 2023 – 106,542 miles
  • 2022 – 100,985 miles
  • 2021 – 95,581 miles
  • 2020 – 89,490 miles
  • 2019 – 84,540 miles
  • 2018 – 78,090 miles
  • 2017 – 72,688 miles
  • 2016 – 66,213 miles
  • 2015 – 64,023 miles
  • 2014 – 61,727 miles
  • 2013 – 60,181 miles
  • 2012 – 57,171 miles
  • 2011 – 54,140 miles
  • 2010 – 49,712 miles
  • 2009 – 40,389 miles
  • 2008 – 28,510 miles
  • 2007 – 20,158 miles
  • 2006 – 13,494 miles
  • 2005 – 12,363 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass112,433 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2016

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

28 tests since 26 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass112,433 miles (+2,224)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    112,433 miles
    Test number
    256859533349

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass110,209 miles (+3,667)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    110,209 miles
    Test number
    252613771143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass106,542 miles (+5,557)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    106,542 miles
    Test number
    880329517487
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass100,985 miles (+5,404)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    100,985 miles
    Test number
    805131985800
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  5. Pass95,581 miles (+25)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    95,581 miles
    Test number
    399754592582

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail95,556 miles (+6,066)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,556 miles
    Test number
    664552238700
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  7. Pass89,490 miles (+4,950)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    89,490 miles
    Test number
    263319306025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass84,540 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    84,540 miles
    Test number
    778792542850

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail84,540 miles (+6,450)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,540 miles
    Test number
    650320357920
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass78,090 miles (+5,402)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    78,090 miles
    Test number
    110281050435
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass72,688 miles (+6,475)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    72,688 miles
    Test number
    946220005181
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  12. Pass66,213 miles (+41)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    66,213 miles
    Test number
    503779488056
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Fail66,172 miles (+2,149)4 failures9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,172 miles
    Test number
    638270297679
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass64,023 miles (+2,296)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    64,023 miles
    Test number
    562126621175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass61,727 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    61,727 miles
    Test number
    977007994280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail61,727 miles (+1,546)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,727 miles
    Test number
    745916794215
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  17. Pass60,181 miles (+3,010)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    60,181 miles
    Test number
    905597243271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass57,171 miles (+3,031)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    57,171 miles
    Test number
    348434012489
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  19. Pass54,140 miles (+4,428)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    54,140 miles
    Test number
    237083301261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass49,712 miles (+9,323)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    49,712 miles
    Test number
    492771800240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass40,389 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    40,389 miles
    Test number
    124302609205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail40,389 miles (+11,879)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,389 miles
    Test number
    770262509299
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  23. Pass28,510 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    28,510 miles
    Test number
    394411918448

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail28,507 miles (+8,349)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,507 miles
    Test number
    781961818236
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  25. Pass20,158 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    20,158 miles
    Test number
    440868927215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail20,158 miles (+6,664)1 failure2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,158 miles
    Test number
    884078027213
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  27. Pass13,494 miles (+1,131)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    13,494 miles
    Test number
    670037386123
    • NoteBumper insecure

  28. Pass12,363 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    12,363 miles
    Test number
    904130435335
    • NoteNearside front tyre cut in wall

Questions about S80 RTU

Does S80 RTU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S80 RTU is valid until 8 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on S80 RTU?
The MOT on S80 RTU is valid until 8 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S80 RTU done?
S80 RTU was recorded at 112,433 miles at its MOT on 8 Nov 2025, an average of 5,016 miles a year.
Has S80 RTU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S80 RTU has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on S80 RTU 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 S80 RTU find?
S80 RTU passed its latest MOT on 8 Nov 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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