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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2009 · 1,995 cc

S18 RTLMOT history

S18 RTL is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 19 Jun 2009. Its MOT is valid until 16 Jan 2027 and it has passed 14 of 17 MOT tests, with 133,346 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Jan 2026.

S18 RTL black 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 16 Jan 2027
Mileage
133,346 mi
At MOT on 17 Jan 2026
MOT tests
17
14 passed · 3 failed
Per year
8,230 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S18 RTL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
19 Jun 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S18 RTL was last recorded at 133,346 miles on 17 Jan 2026, 6,808 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
126,538 miles · 11 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
6,808 miles
Average per year
8,230 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 133,346 miles
  • 2024 – 126,538 miles
  • 2023 – 120,628 miles
  • 2022 – 109,484 miles
  • 2021 – 96,195 miles
  • 2020 – 87,856 miles
  • 2019 – 78,009 miles
  • 2018 – 70,762 miles
  • 2017 – 63,125 miles
  • 2016 – 44,653 miles
  • 2015 – 39,673 miles
  • 2014 – 33,501 miles
  • 2013 – 27,361 miles
  • 2012 – 21,606 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass133,346 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

17 tests since 19 Jun 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass133,346 miles (+6,808)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    133,346 miles
    Test number
    137913357847
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  2. Pass126,538 miles (+5,910)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    126,538 miles
    Test number
    648161800257
    • MinorRear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  3. Pass120,628 miles (+18)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    120,628 miles
    Test number
    673639746735

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail120,610 miles (+11,126)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,610 miles
    Test number
    876453227466
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

  5. Pass109,484 miles (+13,289)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    109,484 miles
    Test number
    154310067740

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass96,195 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    96,195 miles
    Test number
    164215045248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail96,195 miles (+8,339)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,195 miles
    Test number
    772615178264
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) emits other than a steady red light (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass87,856 miles (+9,847)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    87,856 miles
    Test number
    580575517805

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass78,009 miles (+7,247)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    78,009 miles
    Test number
    580646145256
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  10. Pass70,762 miles (+7,637)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    70,762 miles
    Test number
    870701994267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass63,125 miles (+18,472)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    63,125 miles
    Test number
    831865718698

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass44,653 miles (+4,980)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2017
    Odometer
    44,653 miles
    Test number
    743507635909

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass39,673 miles (+6,172)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    39,673 miles
    Test number
    547663555112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass33,501 miles (+6,140)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    33,501 miles
    Test number
    719700054119
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass27,361 miles (+5,755)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    27,361 miles
    Test number
    366994443141
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass21,606 miles (+20)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    21,606 miles
    Test number
    789362772173
    • NoteNearside front tyre sidewall damage

  17. Fail21,586 miles1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,586 miles
    Test number
    215301672481
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about S18 RTL

Does S18 RTL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S18 RTL is valid until 16 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on S18 RTL?
The MOT on S18 RTL is valid until 16 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S18 RTL done?
S18 RTL was recorded at 133,346 miles at its MOT on 17 Jan 2026, an average of 8,230 miles a year.
Has S18 RTL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S18 RTL has failed 3 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on S18 RTL 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 RTL find?
S18 RTL passed its latest MOT on 17 Jan 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; offside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output.

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