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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2005 · 2,979 cc

E9 BMAMOT history

E9 BMA is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 30 Mar 2005. Its MOT is valid until 19 Apr 2027 and it has passed 19 of 20 MOT tests, with 88,546 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Apr 2026.

E9 BMA black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 19 Apr 2027
Mileage
88,546 mi
At MOT on 1 Apr 2026
MOT tests
20
19 passed · 1 failed
Per year
3,483 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
E9 BMA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
30 Mar 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

E9 BMA was last recorded at 88,546 miles on 1 Apr 2026, 10,613 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
77,933 miles · 5 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
10,613 miles
Average per year
3,483 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 88,546 miles
  • 2025 – 77,933 miles
  • 2024 – 69,039 miles
  • 2023 – 60,888 miles
  • 2022 – 52,718 miles
  • 2021 – 52,623 miles
  • 2020 – 52,519 miles
  • 2018 – 52,294 miles
  • 2017 – 52,084 miles
  • 2016 – 51,758 miles
  • 2015 – 51,286 miles
  • 2014 – 50,978 miles
  • 2013 – 50,334 miles
  • 2012 – 48,728 miles
  • 2011 – 47,774 miles
  • 2010 – 43,837 miles
  • 2009 – 33,804 miles
  • 2008 – 28,280 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass88,546 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin all (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryLowered

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

Full MOT history

20 tests since 1 Apr 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass88,546 miles (+10,613)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    88,546 miles
    Test number
    827755439985
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin all (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryLowered

  2. Pass77,933 miles (+8,894)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    77,933 miles
    Test number
    405935519920
    • AdvisoryVehicle to low for the brake rollers

  3. Pass69,039 miles (+8,151)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    69,039 miles
    Test number
    305794602635
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn slight play in upper mount both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass60,888 miles (+8,170)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    60,888 miles
    Test number
    301420977632
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush rear both sides top mounts (5.3.2 (c))

  5. Pass52,718 miles (+95)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    52,718 miles
    Test number
    311950554629

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass52,623 miles (+104)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    52,623 miles
    Test number
    992676218550

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass52,519 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    52,519 miles
    Test number
    155896589613

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail52,519 miles (+225)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,519 miles
    Test number
    620745220192
    • Repaired at testFront Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  9. Pass52,294 miles (+210)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    52,294 miles
    Test number
    964531635592
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated BOTH SIDES (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  10. Pass52,084 miles (+326)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    52,084 miles
    Test number
    258096342384

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass51,758 miles (+472)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    51,758 miles
    Test number
    665384332958

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass51,286 miles (+308)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    51,286 miles
    Test number
    377408646232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass50,978 miles (+644)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    50,978 miles
    Test number
    395920404318

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass50,334 miles (+1,606)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    50,334 miles
    Test number
    325397483219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass48,728 miles (+954)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    48,728 miles
    Test number
    517658402372
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass47,774 miles (+3,937)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    47,774 miles
    Test number
    148204481273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass43,837 miles (+10,033)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    43,837 miles
    Test number
    680302390256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass33,804 miles (+5,524)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    33,804 miles
    Test number
    401578109478

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass28,280 miles (+2,415)1 dangerous1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    28,280 miles
    Test number
    461725008461
    • DangerousBoth front tyres worn very low on inner and outer edges.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteCuts in treads of offside front tyre.

  20. Pass25,865 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    25,865 miles
    Test number
    142142398493
    • 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)
    • NoteBoth front tyres slightly out of shape.

Questions about E9 BMA

Does E9 BMA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on E9 BMA is valid until 19 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on E9 BMA?
The MOT on E9 BMA is valid until 19 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has E9 BMA done?
E9 BMA was recorded at 88,546 miles at its MOT on 1 Apr 2026, an average of 3,483 miles a year.
Has E9 BMA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. E9 BMA has failed 1 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Jan 2020.
Has the mileage on E9 BMA 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 E9 BMA find?
E9 BMA passed its latest MOT on 1 Apr 2026 with 2 advisories: brake pad(s) wearing thin all; lowered.

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