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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2005 · 2,497 cc

S18 HJLMOT history

S18 HJL is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 19 Apr 2005. Its MOT is valid until 3 Jul 2027 and it has passed 21 of 24 MOT tests, with 139,872 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jun 2026.

S18 HJL blue 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 3 Jul 2027
Mileage
139,872 mi
At MOT on 23 Jun 2026
MOT tests
24
21 passed · 3 failed
Per year
7,048 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S18 HJL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,497 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
19 Apr 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S18 HJL was last recorded at 139,872 miles on 23 Jun 2026, 27 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jun 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 9 Dec 2016: 35,459 miles, lower than 36,611 miles on 20 Sept 2016.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
139,845 miles · 22 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
27 miles
Average per year
7,048 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 139,872 miles
  • 2025 – 130,428 miles
  • 2024 – 119,605 miles
  • 2023 – 106,149 miles
  • 2022 – 91,241 miles
  • 2021 – 77,585 miles
  • 2020 – 70,848 miles
  • 2019 – 65,463 miles
  • 2018 – 49,839 miles
  • 2017 – 41,806 miles
  • 2016 – 35,459 miles
  • 2015 – 23,260 miles
  • 2014 – 18,226 miles
  • 2013 – 17,190 miles
  • 2012 – 16,247 miles
  • 2011 – 15,474 miles
  • 2010 – 14,039 miles
  • 2009 – 11,133 miles
  • 2008 – 9,542 miles
  • 2007 – 7,500 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass139,872 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2026

Full MOT history

24 tests since 11 Sept 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass139,872 miles (+27)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    139,872 miles
    Test number
    975113862468
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail139,845 miles (+9,417)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,845 miles
    Test number
    253844192790
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords split on inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass130,428 miles (+11)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    130,428 miles
    Test number
    415572969671
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail130,417 miles (+10,812)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,417 miles
    Test number
    956968148350
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass119,605 miles (+13,456)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    119,605 miles
    Test number
    349355821327

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass106,149 miles (+14,908)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    106,149 miles
    Test number
    930146394744

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass91,241 miles (+13,656)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    91,241 miles
    Test number
    917377420259
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass77,585 miles (+6,737)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    77,585 miles
    Test number
    545017168258
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Pass70,848 miles (+5,385)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    70,848 miles
    Test number
    679660113863

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass65,463 miles (+15,624)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    65,463 miles
    Test number
    312352501842
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))

  11. Pass49,839 miles (+8,033)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    49,839 miles
    Test number
    362499200016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass41,806 miles (+6,347)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    41,806 miles
    Test number
    281209918356

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass35,459 miles (-1,152)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    35,459 miles
    Test number
    844539667161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass36,611 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    36,611 miles
    Test number
    503541547169
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail31,610 miles (+8,350)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,610 miles
    Test number
    910762488559
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass23,260 miles (+5,034)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    23,260 miles
    Test number
    346829472953

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass18,226 miles (+1,036)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    18,226 miles
    Test number
    288392434230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass17,190 miles (+943)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    17,190 miles
    Test number
    718806843278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass16,247 miles (+773)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    16,247 miles
    Test number
    215646952251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass15,474 miles (+1,435)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    15,474 miles
    Test number
    335793841430

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass14,039 miles (+2,906)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    14,039 miles
    Test number
    323902950281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass11,133 miles (+1,591)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    11,133 miles
    Test number
    682201059269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass9,542 miles (+2,042)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    9,542 miles
    Test number
    383712458281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass7,500 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    7,500 miles
    Test number
    183554557225
    • NoteNearside rear tyre has outer sidewall damage greater than 1 innch in length but not showing cords or ply yet.

Questions about S18 HJL

Does S18 HJL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S18 HJL is valid until 3 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on S18 HJL?
The MOT on S18 HJL is valid until 3 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S18 HJL done?
S18 HJL was recorded at 139,872 miles at its MOT on 23 Jun 2026, an average of 7,048 miles a year.
Has S18 HJL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S18 HJL has failed 3 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on S18 HJL ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 9 Dec 2016. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S18 HJL find?
S18 HJL passed its latest MOT on 23 Jun 2026 with 1 advisory: rear sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced.

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