BMW 3 Series
Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 1,995 cc
DS 8801MOT history
DS 8801 is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 30 Jan 2002. Its MOT is valid until 25 Feb 2027 and it has passed 21 of 25 MOT tests, with 31,654 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Feb 2026.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 25 Feb 2027
- Mileage
- 31,654 mi
- At MOT on 19 Feb 2026
- MOT tests
- 25
- 21 passed · 4 failed
- Per year
- 1,176 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- DS 8801
- Registration format
- Dateless
- Make
- BMW
- Model
- 3 Series
- Colour
- Silver
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 1,995 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2002
- First used
- 30 Jan 2002
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 25 Feb 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 19 Feb 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
DS 8801 was last recorded at 31,654 miles on 19 Feb 2026, 119 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Feb 2025.
- Previous MOT
- 31,535 miles · 26 Feb 2025
- Between the last two tests
- 119 miles
- Average per year
- 1,176 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 31,654 miles
- 2025 – 31,535 miles
- 2024 – 31,527 miles
- 2023 – 31,493 miles
- 2022 – 31,326 miles
- 2021 – 30,262 miles
- 2020 – 29,408 miles
- 2019 – 24,985 miles
- 2018 – 21,130 miles
- 2017 – 16,520 miles
- 2016 – 12,319 miles
- 2015 – 12,150 miles
- 2014 – 11,574 miles
- 2013 – 11,093 miles
- 2012 – 10,649 miles
- 2011 – 9,956 miles
- 2010 – 9,444 miles
- 2009 – 8,476 miles
- 2008 – 8,278 miles
- 2007 – 8,151 miles
- 2006 – 8,036 miles
What the latest MOT found
Pass31,654 miles
- AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective front pipe (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
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.
Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread
Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020
Engine bay and underside covers fitted.
Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018
Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018
Full MOT history
25 tests since 17 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass31,654 miles (+119)5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 25 Feb 2027
- Odometer
- 31,654 miles
- Test number
- 414616138761
- AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective front pipe (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass31,535 miles (+8)1 minor7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 25 Feb 2026
- Odometer
- 31,535 miles
- Test number
- 392803246241
- MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective Front pipe (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Front 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 Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
- AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
Pass31,527 miles (+34)
- MOT expiry
- 23 Feb 2025
- Odometer
- 31,527 miles
- Test number
- 398002081214
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass31,493 miles (+167)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 23 Feb 2024
- Odometer
- 31,493 miles
- Test number
- 801699833544
- AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn inner edge
Pass31,326 miles (+1,064)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 23 Feb 2023
- Odometer
- 31,326 miles
- Test number
- 254428485394
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Pass30,262 miles (+854)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 23 Feb 2022
- Odometer
- 30,262 miles
- Test number
- 206360050613
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (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))
Pass29,408 miles (+53)
- MOT expiry
- 23 Feb 2021
- Odometer
- 29,408 miles
- Test number
- 892952576218
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail29,355 miles (+4,370)2 major1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 29,355 miles
- Test number
- 993482437322
- MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
- MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Pass24,985 miles3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 2 Feb 2020
- Odometer
- 24,985 miles
- Test number
- 942980301013
- AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Fail24,985 miles (+3,855)2 repaired3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 24,985 miles
- Test number
- 515382506432
- Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
- Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Pass21,130 miles6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 2 Feb 2019
- Odometer
- 21,130 miles
- Test number
- 821303304297
- AdvisoryBoth front tyres perished and cuts in tread area.
- AdvisoryEngine bay and underside covers fitted.
- AdvisoryFuel filler has slight damage.
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush. (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush. (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
Fail21,130 miles (+4,610)2 failures7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 21,130 miles
- Test number
- 758469794535
- FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
- FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
- AdvisoryBoth front tyres perished and cuts in tread area.
- AdvisoryEngine bay and underside covers fitted.
- AdvisoryFuel filler has slight damage.
- AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush. (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush. (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
Pass16,520 miles (+4,201)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 2 Feb 2018
- Odometer
- 16,520 miles
- Test number
- 528548773205
- AdvisoryBoth front tyres perished and starting to deteriorate.
- AdvisoryEngine bay and underside covers fitted.
- AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
Pass12,319 miles (+169)
- MOT expiry
- 1 Feb 2017
- Odometer
- 12,319 miles
- Test number
- 768361456778
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass12,150 miles (+576)
- MOT expiry
- 1 Feb 2016
- Odometer
- 12,150 miles
- Test number
- 586979015035
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass11,574 miles (+481)
- MOT expiry
- 1 Feb 2015
- Odometer
- 11,574 miles
- Test number
- 225861024097
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass11,093 miles (+444)
- MOT expiry
- 1 Feb 2014
- Odometer
- 11,093 miles
- Test number
- 838417313053
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass10,649 miles (+693)
- MOT expiry
- 1 Feb 2013
- Odometer
- 10,649 miles
- Test number
- 199299812088
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail9,956 miles2 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 9,956 miles
- Test number
- 457016721063
- Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
- Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Pass9,956 miles (+512)
- MOT expiry
- 1 Feb 2012
- Odometer
- 9,956 miles
- Test number
- 576086821018
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass9,444 miles (+968)
- MOT expiry
- 1 Feb 2011
- Odometer
- 9,444 miles
- Test number
- 273803730089
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass8,476 miles (+198)
- MOT expiry
- 30 Jan 2010
- Odometer
- 8,476 miles
- Test number
- 213873129099
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass8,278 miles (+127)
- MOT expiry
- 30 Jan 2009
- Odometer
- 8,278 miles
- Test number
- 590002128050
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass8,151 miles (+115)2 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- 30 Jan 2008
- Odometer
- 8,151 miles
- Test number
- 470875227066
- AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
- NoteSlight movement in both front lower ball joints
Pass8,036 miles
- MOT expiry
- 30 Jan 2007
- Odometer
- 8,036 miles
- Test number
- 101357716041
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about DS 8801
- What vehicle is registration DS 8801 currently assigned to?
- DVSA MOT records show DS 8801 on a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 30 Jan 2002. 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 DS 8801 currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on DS 8801 is valid until 25 Feb 2027.
- When is the MOT due on DS 8801?
- The MOT on DS 8801 is valid until 25 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has DS 8801 done?
- DS 8801 was recorded at 31,654 miles at its MOT on 19 Feb 2026, an average of 1,176 miles a year.
- Has DS 8801 ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. DS 8801 has failed 4 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Jan 2020.
- Has the mileage on DS 8801 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 DS 8801 find?
- DS 8801 passed its latest MOT on 19 Feb 2026 with 5 advisories: exhaust mounting defective front pipe; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside front service brake binding but not excessively, and 2 more.
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