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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2010 · 1,995 cc

CUL 8MOT history

CUL 8 is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 28 May 2010. Its MOT is valid until 12 Jul 2027 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 125,950 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Jul 2026.

CUL 8 silver 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 12 Jul 2027
Mileage
125,950 mi
At MOT on 10 Jul 2026
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
8,506 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
CUL 8
Registration format
Dateless
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
28 May 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

CUL 8 was last recorded at 125,950 miles on 10 Jul 2026, 5,240 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
120,710 miles · 16 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
5,240 miles
Average per year
8,506 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 125,950 miles
  • 2025 – 120,710 miles
  • 2024 – 115,335 miles
  • 2023 – 108,909 miles
  • 2022 – 96,822 miles
  • 2021 – 83,909 miles
  • 2020 – 70,409 miles
  • 2019 – 63,208 miles
  • 2018 – 55,682 miles
  • 2017 – 45,231 miles
  • 2016 – 36,546 miles
  • 2015 – 27,332 miles
  • 2014 – 17,196 miles
  • 2013 – 14,210 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass125,950 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryRear rear sub frame rusty

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 disc worn, but not excessively both side

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

20 tests since 21 May 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass125,950 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    125,950 miles
    Test number
    424261400090
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear rear sub frame rusty

  2. Fail125,950 miles (+5,240)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,950 miles
    Test number
    967383805030
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear rear sub frame rusty

  3. Pass120,710 miles (+114)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    120,710 miles
    Test number
    109898401725
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both side (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail120,596 miles (+5,261)2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,596 miles
    Test number
    517403710552
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both side (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass115,335 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    115,335 miles
    Test number
    893352532949
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs rusty
    • AdvisoryRear subframe rusty

  6. Fail115,335 miles (+6,426)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,335 miles
    Test number
    948472576848
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs rusty
    • AdvisoryRear subframe rusty

  7. Pass108,909 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    108,909 miles
    Test number
    593605484170
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail108,909 miles (+12,087)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,909 miles
    Test number
    657456167135
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass96,822 miles (+12,913)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    96,822 miles
    Test number
    907519347645

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass83,909 miles (+13,500)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    83,909 miles
    Test number
    895294100253
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • 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))

  11. Pass70,409 miles (+7,201)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    70,409 miles
    Test number
    147331579093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass63,208 miles (+125)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    63,208 miles
    Test number
    658600360013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail63,083 miles (+7,401)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,083 miles
    Test number
    565518914833
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnder floor covers fitted

  14. Pass55,682 miles (+10,451)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    55,682 miles
    Test number
    160763052080
    • AdvisoryOffside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  15. Pass45,231 miles (+8,685)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    45,231 miles
    Test number
    597100444570

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass36,546 miles (+9,214)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    36,546 miles
    Test number
    472073472754

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass27,332 miles (+10,136)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    27,332 miles
    Test number
    675988735129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass17,196 miles (+2,986)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    17,196 miles
    Test number
    818614554152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass14,210 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2014
    Odometer
    14,210 miles
    Test number
    118971943111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail14,210 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,210 miles
    Test number
    206481943412
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Questions about CUL 8

What vehicle is registration CUL 8 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show CUL 8 on a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 28 May 2010. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does CUL 8 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on CUL 8 is valid until 12 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on CUL 8?
The MOT on CUL 8 is valid until 12 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has CUL 8 done?
CUL 8 was recorded at 125,950 miles at its MOT on 10 Jul 2026, an average of 8,506 miles a year.
Has CUL 8 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. CUL 8 has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on CUL 8 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 CUL 8 find?
CUL 8 passed its latest MOT on 10 Jul 2026 with 5 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides; front oil leak, but not excessive; nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play, and 2 more.

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