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BMW 3 Series

White · Diesel · 2011 · 1,995 cc

S26 BEWMOT history

S26 BEW is a white diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 1 Jul 2011. Its MOT is valid until 9 Mar 2027 and it has passed 13 of 17 MOT tests, with 105,371 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Mar 2026.

S26 BEW 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 9 Mar 2027
Mileage
105,371 mi
At MOT on 9 Mar 2026
MOT tests
17
13 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,420 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S26 BEW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
1 Jul 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S26 BEW was last recorded at 105,371 miles on 9 Mar 2026, 3,616 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
101,755 miles · 10 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
3,616 miles
Average per year
7,420 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 105,371 miles
  • 2025 – 101,755 miles
  • 2024 – 98,339 miles
  • 2023 – 92,652 miles
  • 2022 – 85,292 miles
  • 2021 – 78,253 miles
  • 2020 – 69,934 miles
  • 2019 – 59,198 miles
  • 2018 – 43,790 miles
  • 2017 – 37,792 miles
  • 2016 – 30,788 miles
  • 2015 – 24,140 miles
  • 2014 – 18,263 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass105,371 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play worn( knocking ) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge no tread outer edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Brake lining(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

17 tests since 12 Jun 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass105,371 miles (+3,616)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    105,371 miles
    Test number
    789933036624
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play worn( knocking ) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass101,755 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    101,755 miles
    Test number
    768913645201
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • 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 disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail101,755 miles (+3,416)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,755 miles
    Test number
    950484006622
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • 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 disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass98,339 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    98,339 miles
    Test number
    990466060444
    • 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 no tread outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail98,334 miles (+5,682)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,334 miles
    Test number
    527715679425
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • 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 no tread outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass92,652 miles (+7,360)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    92,652 miles
    Test number
    533662116096
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes coating blistering (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))

  7. Pass85,292 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    85,292 miles
    Test number
    758814372760
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Fail85,290 miles (+7,037)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,290 miles
    Test number
    133911214661
    • DangerousFront Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass78,253 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    78,253 miles
    Test number
    108889398431
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail78,253 miles (+8,319)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,253 miles
    Test number
    560616130282
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass69,934 miles (+10,736)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    69,934 miles
    Test number
    393922312523
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass59,198 miles (+15,408)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    59,198 miles
    Test number
    697821449141
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake lining(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass43,790 miles (+5,998)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    43,790 miles
    Test number
    608405571703
    • 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)

  14. Pass37,792 miles (+7,004)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2018
    Odometer
    37,792 miles
    Test number
    247699972658

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass30,788 miles (+6,648)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2017
    Odometer
    30,788 miles
    Test number
    699457547640
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt(s)

  16. Pass24,140 miles (+5,877)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2016
    Odometer
    24,140 miles
    Test number
    965986545182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass18,263 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    18,263 miles
    Test number
    225773264457

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S26 BEW

Does S26 BEW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S26 BEW is valid until 9 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on S26 BEW?
The MOT on S26 BEW is valid until 9 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S26 BEW done?
S26 BEW was recorded at 105,371 miles at its MOT on 9 Mar 2026, an average of 7,420 miles a year.
Has S26 BEW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S26 BEW has failed 4 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on S26 BEW 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 S26 BEW find?
S26 BEW passed its latest MOT on 9 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: offside front obligatory mirror slightly loose; offside front lower anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play worn( knocking ); offside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 1 more.

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