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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 1998 · 2,793 cc

S108 XNFMOT history

S108 XNF is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 31 Dec 1998. Its MOT expired on 5 Sept 2026 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 145,088 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Sept 2026.

S108 XNF silver BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 5 Sept 2026
Mileage
145,088 mi
At MOT on 12 Sept 2026
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,558 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S108 XNF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
31 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
12 Sept 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

S108 XNF was last recorded at 145,088 miles on 12 Sept 2026, 3,762 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
141,326 miles · 6 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
3,762 miles
Average per year
3,558 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 145,088 miles
  • 2025 – 141,326 miles
  • 2024 – 139,247 miles
  • 2023 – 136,700 miles
  • 2022 – 132,914 miles
  • 2021 – 130,723 miles
  • 2020 – 127,948 miles
  • 2019 – 124,076 miles
  • 2018 – 119,781 miles
  • 2017 – 117,404 miles
  • 2016 – 111,252 miles
  • 2012 – 110,516 miles
  • 2011 – 105,295 miles
  • 2010 – 99,944 miles
  • 2009 – 98,167 miles
  • 2008 – 94,560 miles
  • 2007 – 87,272 miles
  • 2006 – 72,909 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail145,088 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorFront Position lamp not working both sides (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Floor excessively deteriorated (6.2.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Hydraulic leak, but not excessive steering rack (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

What MOT failures 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 Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2006–2012

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2012

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Offside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

23 tests since 30 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail145,088 miles (+3,762)1 dangerous7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,088 miles
    Test number
    129894901191
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Position lamp not working both sides (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Floor excessively deteriorated (6.2.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Hydraulic leak, but not excessive steering rack (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  2. Pass141,326 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    141,326 miles
    Test number
    655262560731

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail141,318 miles (+2,071)8 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,318 miles
    Test number
    380643221447
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sil (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sil (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sil (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre has nail
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  4. Pass139,247 miles (+2,547)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    139,247 miles
    Test number
    252454101291
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  5. Pass136,700 miles (+3,786)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    136,700 miles
    Test number
    587838885370

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass132,914 miles (+2,191)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    132,914 miles
    Test number
    846489788534

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass130,723 miles (+2,775)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    130,723 miles
    Test number
    198602845427

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass127,948 miles (+24)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    127,948 miles
    Test number
    696344525219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail127,924 miles (+3,848)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,924 miles
    Test number
    763108178254
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Pass124,076 miles (+4,295)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    124,076 miles
    Test number
    107541773096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass119,781 miles (+2,377)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    119,781 miles
    Test number
    691313574386
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Fog light bulb not working at time of test
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides inner edges (5.2.3 (e))
  12. Pass117,404 miles (+6,152)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    117,404 miles
    Test number
    681877294961
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryShe's no Nismo tho
  13. Pass111,252 miles (+736)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    111,252 miles
    Test number
    503753332739
    • AdvisoryAll tyres wearing close to the legal limit on edges
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle rusty and poor in places
  14. Pass110,516 miles (+32)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    110,516 miles
    Test number
    726524892140
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • NoteAirbag light on
    • NotePlay in nearside steering rack inner joint
  15. Fail110,484 miles (+5,189)4 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,484 miles
    Test number
    295972092425
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • NoteAirbag light on
    • NotePlay in nearside steering rack inner joint
  16. Pass105,295 miles (+7)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    105,295 miles
    Test number
    728122691105
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
  17. Fail105,288 miles (+5,344)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,288 miles
    Test number
    948459671164
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
  18. Pass99,944 miles (+1,777)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    99,944 miles
    Test number
    110352070177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass98,167 miles (+3,607)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    98,167 miles
    Test number
    140650579108
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  20. Pass94,560 miles (+7,288)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    94,560 miles
    Test number
    472366578149
    • AdvisoryLower Steering column universal joint slightly corroded but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  21. Pass87,272 miles (+14,363)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    87,272 miles
    Test number
    933470357191
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
  22. Pass72,909 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    72,909 miles
    Test number
    510173956168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail72,907 miles1 dangerous3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,907 miles
    Test number
    150640056188
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about S108 XNF

Does S108 XNF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S108 XNF expired on 5 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S108 XNF?
The MOT on S108 XNF expired on 5 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S108 XNF done?
S108 XNF was recorded at 145,088 miles at its MOT on 12 Sept 2026, an average of 3,558 miles a year.
Has S108 XNF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S108 XNF has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on S108 XNF 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 S108 XNF find?
S108 XNF failed its latest MOT on 12 Sept 2026 with 1 dangerous defect, 7 major defects and 3 advisories: nearside front tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure; exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits; front position lamp not working both sides, and 8 more.

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