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BMW X3

Black · Diesel · 2006 · 1,995 cc

S26 HLYMOT history

S26 HLY is a black diesel BMW X3 first used on 25 May 2006. Its MOT is valid until 25 Oct 2027 and it has passed 18 of 21 MOT tests, with 128,254 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Oct 2026.

S26 HLY black BMW X3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 25 Oct 2027
Mileage
128,254 mi
At MOT on 26 Oct 2026
MOT tests
21
18 passed · 3 failed
Per year
4,939 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S26 HLY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
25 May 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S26 HLY was last recorded at 128,254 miles on 26 Oct 2026, 5,724 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
122,530 miles · 15 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
5,724 miles
Average per year
4,939 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 128,254 miles
  • 2025 – 122,530 miles
  • 2024 – 118,302 miles
  • 2023 – 114,338 miles
  • 2022 – 110,422 miles
  • 2021 – 105,388 miles
  • 2020 – 101,573 miles
  • 2019 – 96,913 miles
  • 2018 – 92,769 miles
  • 2017 – 86,252 miles
  • 2016 – 81,950 miles
  • 2015 – 76,945 miles
  • 2014 – 72,539 miles
  • 2013 – 67,541 miles
  • 2012 – 62,213 miles
  • 2011 – 54,470 miles
  • 2010 – 47,568 miles
  • 2009 – 41,547 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass128,254 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi pipe area (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner+outer sidewall damage (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front wiper arm bent and hitting bonnet
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (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.

  • Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Wiper arm weak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

21 tests since 6 Apr 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass128,254 miles (+5,724)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    128,254 miles
    Test number
    167296269295
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi pipe area (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner+outer sidewall damage (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wiper arm bent and hitting bonnet
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass122,530 miles (+104)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    122,530 miles
    Test number
    352391717864
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail122,426 miles (+4,124)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,426 miles
    Test number
    798856010820
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer tread worn
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to suspension components

  4. Pass118,302 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    118,302 miles
    Test number
    914371333217
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryHandbrake just met requirements
    • AdvisoryWiper arm weak

  5. Fail118,302 miles (+3,964)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,302 miles
    Test number
    995037303371
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryWiper arm weak

  6. Pass114,338 miles (+3,916)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    114,338 miles
    Test number
    460365733898
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryTravel in handbrake level

  7. Pass110,422 miles (+5,034)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    110,422 miles
    Test number
    215630395071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass105,388 miles (+3,815)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    105,388 miles
    Test number
    606878590193
    • AdvisoryRear road springs corroded
    • AdvisoryRear tyres badly cracked

  9. Pass101,573 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    101,573 miles
    Test number
    513960037578
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail101,573 miles (+4,660)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,573 miles
    Test number
    182930986811
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass96,913 miles (+4,144)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    96,913 miles
    Test number
    253122625952
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer sidewall deep cut
    • AdvisoryWindscreen marked

  12. Pass92,769 miles (+6,517)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    92,769 miles
    Test number
    410172772816
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  13. Pass86,252 miles (+4,302)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    86,252 miles
    Test number
    395077265989

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass81,950 miles (+5,005)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    81,950 miles
    Test number
    548621285247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass76,945 miles (+4,406)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    76,945 miles
    Test number
    405180685050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass72,539 miles (+4,998)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    72,539 miles
    Test number
    778727784078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass67,541 miles (+5,328)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    67,541 miles
    Test number
    149672793099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass62,213 miles (+7,743)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    62,213 miles
    Test number
    675362672017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass54,470 miles (+6,902)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    54,470 miles
    Test number
    409110871089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass47,568 miles (+6,021)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    47,568 miles
    Test number
    152041170487

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass41,547 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    41,547 miles
    Test number
    184466999019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S26 HLY

Does S26 HLY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S26 HLY is valid until 25 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on S26 HLY?
The MOT on S26 HLY is valid until 25 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S26 HLY done?
S26 HLY was recorded at 128,254 miles at its MOT on 26 Oct 2026, an average of 4,939 miles a year.
Has S26 HLY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S26 HLY has failed 3 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on S26 HLY 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 HLY find?
S26 HLY passed its latest MOT on 26 Oct 2026 with 5 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi pipe area; nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner+outer sidewall damage; nearside front wiper arm bent and hitting bonnet, and 2 more.

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