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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2011 · 1,995 cc

C5 SNYMOT history

C5 SNY is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 22 Dec 2011. Its MOT expired on 6 Oct 2026 and it has passed 13 of 15 MOT tests, with 87,102 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Oct 2025.

C5 SNY black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 6 Oct 2026
Mileage
87,102 mi
At MOT on 7 Oct 2025
MOT tests
15
13 passed · 2 failed
Per year
5,999 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
C5 SNY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
22 Dec 2011
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
7 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

C5 SNY was last recorded at 87,102 miles on 7 Oct 2025, 8,821 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
78,281 miles · 11 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
8,821 miles
Average per year
5,999 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 87,102 miles
  • 2024 – 78,281 miles
  • 2023 – 71,149 miles
  • 2022 – 64,893 miles
  • 2021 – 58,727 miles
  • 2020 – 50,661 miles
  • 2019 – 47,112 miles
  • 2018 – 42,949 miles
  • 2017 – 39,367 miles
  • 2016 – 30,586 miles
  • 2015 – 24,683 miles
  • 2014 – 17,647 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass87,102 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • 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))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

15 tests since 10 Mar 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass87,102 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    87,102 miles
    Test number
    719154596973
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • 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))
  2. Fail87,102 miles (+8,821)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,102 miles
    Test number
    460876764392
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • 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))
  3. Pass78,281 miles (+7,132)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    78,281 miles
    Test number
    840166120310
    • 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))
  4. Pass71,149 miles (+6,256)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    71,149 miles
    Test number
    934181618160
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  5. Pass64,893 miles (+6,166)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    64,893 miles
    Test number
    619333062577

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass58,727 miles (+8,066)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    58,727 miles
    Test number
    346668061822

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass50,661 miles (+3,549)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    50,661 miles
    Test number
    433005298736

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass47,112 miles (+4,163)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    47,112 miles
    Test number
    851640886022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass42,949 miles (+3,582)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    42,949 miles
    Test number
    761379011832

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass39,367 miles (+5,622)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    39,367 miles
    Test number
    139923015070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass33,745 miles (+3,159)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    33,745 miles
    Test number
    152449888445

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass30,586 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    30,586 miles
    Test number
    105844165529
    • AdvisoryRear child seat fitted n/s
  13. Fail30,586 miles (+5,903)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,586 miles
    Test number
    590975847437
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryRear child seat fitted n/s
  14. Pass24,683 miles (+7,036)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    24,683 miles
    Test number
    578971465084
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  15. Pass17,647 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    17,647 miles
    Test number
    155229164416

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about C5 SNY

Does C5 SNY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on C5 SNY expired on 6 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on C5 SNY?
The MOT on C5 SNY expired on 6 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has C5 SNY done?
C5 SNY was recorded at 87,102 miles at its MOT on 7 Oct 2025, an average of 5,999 miles a year.
Has C5 SNY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. C5 SNY has failed 2 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on C5 SNY 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 C5 SNY find?
C5 SNY passed its latest MOT on 7 Oct 2025 with 4 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 1 more.

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