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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2006 · 2,171 cc

S18 PSOMOT history

S18 PSO is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 30 Jun 2006. Its MOT is valid until 24 Aug 2027 and it has passed 18 of 19 MOT tests, with 157,321 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Aug 2026.

S18 PSO black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 24 Aug 2027
Mileage
157,321 mi
At MOT on 11 Aug 2026
MOT tests
19
18 passed · 1 failed
Per year
8,027 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S18 PSO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,171 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
30 Jun 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S18 PSO was last recorded at 157,321 miles on 11 Aug 2026, 7,071 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
150,250 miles · 18 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
7,071 miles
Average per year
8,027 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 157,321 miles
  • 2025 – 150,250 miles
  • 2024 – 144,003 miles
  • 2023 – 138,424 miles
  • 2022 – 133,350 miles
  • 2021 – 129,559 miles
  • 2020 – 123,895 miles
  • 2019 – 119,346 miles
  • 2018 – 112,573 miles
  • 2017 – 105,348 miles
  • 2016 – 94,039 miles
  • 2015 – 81,072 miles
  • 2014 – 69,917 miles
  • 2013 – 58,026 miles
  • 2012 – 45,596 miles
  • 2011 – 33,607 miles
  • 2010 – 26,921 miles
  • 2009 – 20,125 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass157,321 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both rear hoses cracking and rusty ferrels (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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.

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

19 tests since 8 Jul 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass157,321 miles (+7,071)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    157,321 miles
    Test number
    241629875330
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both rear hoses cracking and rusty ferrels (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  2. Pass150,250 miles (+6,247)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    150,250 miles
    Test number
    154441381560

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass144,003 miles (+5,579)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    144,003 miles
    Test number
    282528459021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass138,424 miles (+5,074)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    138,424 miles
    Test number
    506917981116
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass133,350 miles (+3,791)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    133,350 miles
    Test number
    278580076375
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass129,559 miles (+5,664)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    129,559 miles
    Test number
    294589144330
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass123,895 miles (+4,549)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    123,895 miles
    Test number
    278470476140
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass119,346 miles (+6,773)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    119,346 miles
    Test number
    126682210370
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  9. Pass112,573 miles (+7,225)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    112,573 miles
    Test number
    526220660205
    • AdvisoryVery slight oil leak coming from cam cover

  10. Pass105,348 miles (+11,309)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    105,348 miles
    Test number
    617746404212
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryMajor oil leak

  11. Pass94,039 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    94,039 miles
    Test number
    290912510991

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail94,039 miles (+12,967)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,039 miles
    Test number
    854760013620
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  13. Pass81,072 miles (+11,155)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    81,072 miles
    Test number
    479274595130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass69,917 miles (+11,891)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    69,917 miles
    Test number
    835111114283

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass58,026 miles (+12,430)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    58,026 miles
    Test number
    935974303245
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  16. Pass45,596 miles (+11,989)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    45,596 miles
    Test number
    279308502262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass33,607 miles (+6,686)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    33,607 miles
    Test number
    837096211265
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass26,921 miles (+6,796)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    26,921 miles
    Test number
    720543380123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass20,125 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    20,125 miles
    Test number
    272109889183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S18 PSO

Does S18 PSO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S18 PSO is valid until 24 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on S18 PSO?
The MOT on S18 PSO is valid until 24 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S18 PSO done?
S18 PSO was recorded at 157,321 miles at its MOT on 11 Aug 2026, an average of 8,027 miles a year.
Has S18 PSO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S18 PSO has failed 1 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jul 2016.
Has the mileage on S18 PSO 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 S18 PSO find?
S18 PSO passed its latest MOT on 11 Aug 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside rear inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; rear brake hose slightly deteriorated both rear hoses cracking and rusty ferrels.

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