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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Diesel · 2005 · 2,993 cc

C8 MUTMOT history

C8 MUT is a grey diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 7 Nov 2005. Its MOT is valid until 27 May 2027 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 150,965 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 May 2026.

C8 MUT grey BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 27 May 2027
Mileage
150,965 mi
At MOT on 28 May 2026
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,050 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
C8 MUT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
7 Nov 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 May 2027
Latest MOT test
28 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

C8 MUT was last recorded at 150,965 miles on 28 May 2026, 11,416 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
139,549 miles · 27 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
11,416 miles
Average per year
7,050 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 150,965 miles
  • 2025 – 139,549 miles
  • 2024 – 130,604 miles
  • 2022 – 121,631 miles
  • 2021 – 111,632 miles
  • 2020 – 102,038 miles
  • 2019 – 96,033 miles
  • 2018 – 90,592 miles
  • 2017 – 83,632 miles
  • 2016 – 78,836 miles
  • 2015 – 73,400 miles
  • 2014 – 66,602 miles
  • 2013 – 60,984 miles
  • 2012 – 56,238 miles
  • 2011 – 49,832 miles
  • 2010 – 44,521 miles
  • 2009 – 37,203 miles
  • 2008 – 27,177 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass150,965 miles
  • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

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 Coil spring corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2016

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2016

Full MOT history

22 tests since 5 Nov 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass150,965 miles (+11,416)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2027
    Odometer
    150,965 miles
    Test number
    207365513026
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Pass139,549 miles (+34)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    139,549 miles
    Test number
    488422216760
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Fail139,515 miles (+8,911)2 dangerous5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,515 miles
    Test number
    647269897983
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON THE LEGAL LIMIT (inner edge bald) (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass130,604 miles (+8,973)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    130,604 miles
    Test number
    817198418551
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  5. Pass121,631 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    121,631 miles
    Test number
    732752536547
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Fail121,630 miles (+9,998)8 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,630 miles
    Test number
    507636814598
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

  7. Pass111,632 miles (+9,594)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    111,632 miles
    Test number
    551640084395
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass102,038 miles (+6,005)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    102,038 miles
    Test number
    787995022010
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass96,033 miles (+5,441)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    96,033 miles
    Test number
    244865068669
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray/ floor and sill covers fitted

  10. Pass90,592 miles (+6,960)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    90,592 miles
    Test number
    562206462861
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass83,632 miles (+4,796)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    83,632 miles
    Test number
    766801769576

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass78,836 miles (+5,436)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    78,836 miles
    Test number
    825336988947
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass73,400 miles (+6,798)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    73,400 miles
    Test number
    398782858363
    • AdvisorySTRONG ADVISE: Rear brake pads low
    • AdvisoryUndertray and sill covers fitted

  14. Pass66,602 miles (+5,618)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    66,602 miles
    Test number
    217657104342

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass60,984 miles (+4,746)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    60,984 miles
    Test number
    298182003322
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass56,238 miles (+6,406)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    56,238 miles
    Test number
    675094012363

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass49,832 miles (+5,311)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    49,832 miles
    Test number
    926891511312
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

  18. Pass44,521 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    44,521 miles
    Test number
    132195780233
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail44,521 miles (+7,318)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,521 miles
    Test number
    132525680291
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass37,203 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    37,203 miles
    Test number
    231438809392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail37,203 miles (+10,026)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,203 miles
    Test number
    791058009355
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

  22. Pass27,177 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    27,177 miles
    Test number
    643440018367

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about C8 MUT

Does C8 MUT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on C8 MUT is valid until 27 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on C8 MUT?
The MOT on C8 MUT is valid until 27 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has C8 MUT done?
C8 MUT was recorded at 150,965 miles at its MOT on 28 May 2026, an average of 7,050 miles a year.
Has C8 MUT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. C8 MUT has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on C8 MUT 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 C8 MUT find?
C8 MUT passed its latest MOT on 28 May 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside windscreen wiper blade defective; play in steering rack inner joint(s).

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