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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Diesel · 2005 · 1,995 cc

G8 DERMOT history

G8 DER is a silver diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 20 May 2005. Its MOT is valid until 25 May 2027 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 163,520 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 May 2026.

G8 DER silver BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 25 May 2027
Mileage
163,520 mi
At MOT on 26 May 2026
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,797 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
G8 DER
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
20 May 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 May 2027
Latest MOT test
26 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

G8 DER was last recorded at 163,520 miles on 26 May 2026, 10,364 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
153,156 miles · 6 May 2025
Between the last two tests
10,364 miles
Average per year
6,797 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 163,520 miles
  • 2025 – 153,156 miles
  • 2022 – 148,129 miles
  • 2021 – 142,354 miles
  • 2020 – 136,539 miles
  • 2019 – 127,087 miles
  • 2018 – 119,740 miles
  • 2017 – 112,913 miles
  • 2016 – 106,431 miles
  • 2015 – 100,650 miles
  • 2014 – 95,434 miles
  • 2013 – 90,420 miles
  • 2012 – 84,268 miles
  • 2011 – 78,637 miles
  • 2010 – 67,316 miles
  • 2009 – 55,931 miles
  • 2008 – 40,949 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass163,520 miles
  • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively all (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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 Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2025

Full MOT history

21 tests since 13 May 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass163,520 miles (+10,364)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2027
    Odometer
    163,520 miles
    Test number
    701840294010
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively all (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass153,156 miles (+5,027)2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2026
    Odometer
    153,156 miles
    Test number
    699267811535
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass148,129 miles (+5,775)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    148,129 miles
    Test number
    953131429348
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorObligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever worn, but not excessively (1.1.6 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass142,354 miles (+5,815)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    142,354 miles
    Test number
    430584817592
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass136,539 miles (+9,452)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    136,539 miles
    Test number
    772033624880
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass127,087 miles (+7,347)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    127,087 miles
    Test number
    464501804974
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryRear brake hoses slightly deteriorated

  7. Pass119,740 miles (+6,827)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    119,740 miles
    Test number
    536089854455

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass112,913 miles (+6,482)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    112,913 miles
    Test number
    988783392597

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass106,431 miles (+5,781)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    106,431 miles
    Test number
    257398281717
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both sides (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both discs (3.5.1i)

  10. Pass100,650 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    100,650 miles
    Test number
    558506795097
    • NoteBoth sides front brake discs & o/s/r disc worn pitted or scored but not seriously weakened, n/s/f tyre outer edge slightly worn, o/s/r tyre inner edge slightly worn, n/s/r tyre worn close to legal limit

  11. Fail100,650 miles (+5,216)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,650 miles
    Test number
    605916495012
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteBoth sides front brake discs & o/s/r disc worn pitted or scored but not seriously weakened, n/s/f tyre outer edge slightly worn, o/s/r tyre inner edge slightly worn, n/s/r tyre worn close to legal limit

  12. Pass95,434 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    95,434 miles
    Test number
    838285084088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail95,434 miles (+5,014)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,434 miles
    Test number
    197834684424
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  14. Pass90,420 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    90,420 miles
    Test number
    158128093483

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail90,420 miles (+6,152)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,420 miles
    Test number
    315563793020
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

  16. Pass84,268 miles (+5,631)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    84,268 miles
    Test number
    618475192045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass78,637 miles (+23)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    78,637 miles
    Test number
    828076991037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail78,614 miles (+11,298)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,614 miles
    Test number
    908725791079
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  19. Pass67,316 miles (+11,385)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    67,316 miles
    Test number
    170418190072
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass55,931 miles (+14,982)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    55,931 miles
    Test number
    712522699047
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteFull plastic under tray fitted at time of test

  21. Pass40,949 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2009
    Odometer
    40,949 miles
    Test number
    602004438113
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Questions about G8 DER

Does G8 DER currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on G8 DER is valid until 25 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on G8 DER?
The MOT on G8 DER is valid until 25 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has G8 DER done?
G8 DER was recorded at 163,520 miles at its MOT on 26 May 2026, an average of 6,797 miles a year.
Has G8 DER ever failed its MOT?
Yes. G8 DER has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Apr 2015.
Has the mileage on G8 DER 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 G8 DER find?
G8 DER passed its latest MOT on 26 May 2026 with 1 minor defect and 9 advisories: offside obligatory mirror slightly damaged; brake disc worn, but not excessively all; front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides, and 7 more.

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