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BMW 3 Series

White · Petrol · 1995 · 2,800 cc

N508 RAPMOT history

N508 RAP is a white petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 31 Dec 1995. Its MOT is valid until 27 Mar 2027 and it has passed 18 of 29 MOT tests, with 326,921 km recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Mar 2026.

N508 RAP white 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 27 Mar 2027
Mileage
326,921 km
At MOT on 19 Mar 2026
MOT tests
29
18 passed · 11 failed
Per year
6,947 km
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
N508 RAP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,800 cc
Year of manufacture
1995
First used
31 Dec 1995
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

N508 RAP was last recorded at 326,921 km on 19 Mar 2026, 3,321 km more than at the previous MOT on 28 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
323,600 km · 28 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
3,321 km
Average per year
6,947 km

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 326,921 km
  • 2025 – 323,600 km
  • 2024 – 323,588 km
  • 2022 – 297,808 km
  • 2021 – 290,788 km
  • 2020 – 289,935 km
  • 2019 – 286,823 km
  • 2018 – 281,219 km
  • 2017 – 276,297 km
  • 2016 – 269,507 km
  • 2015 – 261,194 km
  • 2013 – 243,095 km
  • 2012 – 231,694 km
  • 2011 – 221,821 km
  • 2010 – 220,082 km
  • 2009 – 212,012 km
  • 2008 – 202,470 km

What the latest MOT found

Pass326,921 kmPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Headlamp lens slightly defective Offside and nearside

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer wheel arch

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

29 tests since 19 Apr 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass326,921 km
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    326,921 km
    Test number
    597485774279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail326,921 km (+3,321)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    326,921 km
    Test number
    996931245075
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Pass323,600 km (+12)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    323,600 km
    Test number
    842442111078
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Offside and nearside (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Leading to flexible brake hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting repair covered in underseal Front and rear floors, inner and outer sills. covers also fitted (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear shock absorber piston corroded near upper attachment
  4. Fail323,588 km2 dangerous17 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    323,588 km
    Test number
    249679148451
    • DangerousDriver's seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected floor (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength front of inner wheel arch to inner sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill to floor area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength front of inner wheel arch to inner sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill to floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill to floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material metal pipe to flexible hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Floor just outside prescribed area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Offside and nearside (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear shock absorber piston corroded near mounting point, advise replacement
  5. Pass301,324 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    301,324 miles
    Test number
    998810265765
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced various points (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  6. Fail301,324 miles1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    301,324 miles
    Test number
    101235923840
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced various points (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  7. Pass297,808 km (+7,020)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    297,808 km
    Test number
    521736359995
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor to inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear of wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor to inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking on sidewall no inner yet visible (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  8. Pass290,788 km (+12)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    290,788 km
    Test number
    179292353582
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  9. Fail290,776 km (+841)5 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    290,776 km
    Test number
    871061539680
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength rear outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Offside and nearside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  10. Pass289,935 km (+3,112)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    289,935 km
    Test number
    738217069373
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Offside and nearside (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear leading to flexible brake hoses (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  11. Pass286,823 km (+5,604)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    286,823 km
    Test number
    777965776825
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material leading to flexible hoses (1.1.11 (c))
  12. Pass281,219 km (+4,922)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    281,219 km
    Test number
    167779567791
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront floors corroding
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material reccomend replacement5 (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear sills repaired slight corrosion to floors
  13. Pass276,297 km1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    276,297 km
    Test number
    200294204276
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
  14. Fail276,105 miles3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    276,105 miles
    Test number
    778208157579
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
  15. Pass269,507 km4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    269,507 km
    Test number
    170733411461
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint inner and outer ball joints (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOuter sill covers fitted unable to carry out full inspection
  16. Fail269,507 km (+8,313)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    269,507 km
    Test number
    909549680875
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint inner and outer ball joints (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOuter sill covers fitted unable to carry out full inspection
  17. Pass261,194 km4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    261,194 km
    Test number
    443141671438
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front links (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint inner ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint inner ball joint (2.4.G.2)
  18. Fail261,193 km4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    261,193 km
    Test number
    296379904834
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front links (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint inner ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint inner ball joint (2.4.G.2)
  19. Pass253,232 miles (+18)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    253,232 miles
    Test number
    765321314396

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail253,214 miles4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    253,214 miles
    Test number
    585987304304
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • 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)
  21. Pass243,095 km
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2014
    Odometer
    243,095 km
    Test number
    595683823137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass231,870 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2013
    Odometer
    231,870 miles
    Test number
    489414322173
    • NoteGEAR BOX OIL LEAK
  23. Fail231,694 km (+9,873)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    231,694 km
    Test number
    415558412133
    • FailureOffside Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover missing (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureParking brake lever pawl spring does not push the pawl positively into the ratchet teeth (3.1.5)
    • NoteGEAR BOX OIL LEAK
  24. Pass221,821 km3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2012
    Odometer
    221,821 km
    Test number
    935683621128
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteBoth front tyres cracking and low on tread
  25. Fail221,821 km (+1,739)5 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    221,821 km
    Test number
    318911411195
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteBoth front tyres cracking and low on tread
  26. Pass220,082 km (+8,070)6 advisories8 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    220,082 km
    Test number
    344777000114
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • NoteNearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing
    • NoteOffside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteNearside rear tyre cuts inner wall
    • NoteOffside front & nearside front tyres wearing low inner tread areas
    • NoteOffside front tyre cut outer wall
    • NoteOffside front windscreen washer jet slightly low in power of spray performance
    • NoteOffside rear tyre bald inner tyre tread
  27. Pass212,012 km (+49)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    212,012 km
    Test number
    574487919198
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
  28. Fail211,963 km (+9,493)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    211,963 km
    Test number
    262885919402
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
  29. Pass202,470 km1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    202,470 km
    Test number
    104460718133
    • NoteSmall cut in o/s/f tyre outer sidewall

Questions about N508 RAP

Does N508 RAP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on N508 RAP is valid until 27 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on N508 RAP?
The MOT on N508 RAP is valid until 27 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has N508 RAP done?
N508 RAP was recorded at 326,921 km at its MOT on 19 Mar 2026, an average of 6,947 km a year.
Has N508 RAP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. N508 RAP has failed 11 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on N508 RAP 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 N508 RAP find?
N508 RAP passed its latest MOT on 19 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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