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BMW M3

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 3,201 cc

S83 LKNMOT history

S83 LKN is a red petrol BMW M3 first used on 8 Jan 1999. Its MOT is valid until 18 Oct 2027 and it has passed 21 of 27 MOT tests, with 125,424 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Oct 2026.

S83 LKN red 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 18 Oct 2027
Mileage
125,424 mi
At MOT on 5 Oct 2026
MOT tests
27
21 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,409 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S83 LKN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
M3
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,201 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
8 Jan 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S83 LKN was last recorded at 125,424 miles on 5 Oct 2026, 899 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
124,525 miles · 26 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
899 miles
Average per year
3,409 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 125,424 miles
  • 2025 – 124,525 miles
  • 2024 – 123,808 miles
  • 2023 – 123,357 miles
  • 2022 – 122,766 miles
  • 2021 – 122,709 miles
  • 2020 – 122,183 miles
  • 2019 – 121,280 miles
  • 2018 – 120,314 miles
  • 2017 – 118,795 miles
  • 2016 – 115,622 miles
  • 2015 – 112,117 miles
  • 2014 – 109,006 miles
  • 2013 – 104,735 miles
  • 2012 – 99,869 miles
  • 2011 – 95,587 miles
  • 2010 – 91,110 miles
  • 2009 – 85,993 miles
  • 2008 – 78,447 miles
  • 2007 – 69,054 miles
  • 2006 – 55,373 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass125,424 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Oil leak

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2021

  • Both front tyres wearing on inner edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' X 2 (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • All directional indicators are faded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Covers & trays fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

27 tests since 18 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass125,424 miles (+899)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    125,424 miles
    Test number
    100235071535
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  2. Pass124,525 miles (+717)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    124,525 miles
    Test number
    875369021030
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  3. Pass123,808 miles (+451)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    123,808 miles
    Test number
    926194926675
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  4. Pass123,357 miles (+591)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    123,357 miles
    Test number
    474161590458

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass122,766 miles (+57)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    122,766 miles
    Test number
    411695373034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass122,709 miles (+526)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    122,709 miles
    Test number
    766417278215
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside sill poss corroded under skirts
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside sill poss corroded under skirts
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  7. Pass122,183 miles (+903)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    122,183 miles
    Test number
    847146208530

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass121,280 miles (+966)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    121,280 miles
    Test number
    477660249623

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass120,314 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    120,314 miles
    Test number
    848053590385

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail120,314 miles (+1,519)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,314 miles
    Test number
    692738101203
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  11. Pass118,795 miles (+3,173)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    118,795 miles
    Test number
    231724651704
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on inner edge

  12. Pass115,622 miles (+3)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    115,622 miles
    Test number
    985677128667
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' X 2 (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryAll directional indicators are faded
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on inner edge
    • AdvisoryCovers & trays fitted
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Fail115,619 miles (+131)1 failure1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,619 miles
    Test number
    753265584894
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' X 2 (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryAll directional indicators are faded
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on inner edge
    • AdvisoryCovers & trays fitted
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  14. Fail115,488 miles (+3,371)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,488 miles
    Test number
    201344641852
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass112,117 miles (+3,111)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    112,117 miles
    Test number
    316669965076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass109,006 miles (+4,271)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    109,006 miles
    Test number
    329837184016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass104,735 miles (+4,866)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    104,735 miles
    Test number
    266025583069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass99,869 miles (+4,282)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    99,869 miles
    Test number
    926540472058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass95,587 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    95,587 miles
    Test number
    778011191078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail95,587 miles (+4,477)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,587 miles
    Test number
    476755281016
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

  21. Pass91,110 miles (+5,117)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    91,110 miles
    Test number
    443816580078
    • NoteRear brake pads low

  22. Pass85,993 miles (+7,546)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    85,993 miles
    Test number
    914133999037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass78,447 miles (+9,393)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    78,447 miles
    Test number
    801965898091
    • NoteO/s+n/s/r tyres low inner edges +front discs worn

  24. Pass69,054 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    69,054 miles
    Test number
    974075597045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail69,054 miles (+13,681)1 dangerous4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,054 miles
    Test number
    121354297426
    • DangerousBrake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  26. Pass55,373 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    55,373 miles
    Test number
    134631786043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail55,373 miles1 failure2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,373 miles
    Test number
    563907276023
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront brake pads slightly low
    • NoteSlight play in nearside part of steering rack
    • NoteSlihgt oil leak at diff

Questions about S83 LKN

Does S83 LKN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S83 LKN is valid until 18 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on S83 LKN?
The MOT on S83 LKN is valid until 18 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S83 LKN done?
S83 LKN was recorded at 125,424 miles at its MOT on 5 Oct 2026, an average of 3,409 miles a year.
Has S83 LKN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S83 LKN has failed 6 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Mar 2018.
Has the mileage on S83 LKN 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 S83 LKN find?
S83 LKN passed its latest MOT on 5 Oct 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside rear service brake binding but not excessively.

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