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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Petrol · 2005 · 2,979 cc

S26 KULMOT history

S26 KUL is a grey petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 24 May 2005. Its MOT is valid until 18 Apr 2027 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 124,714 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Apr 2026.

S26 KUL grey 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 18 Apr 2027
Mileage
124,714 mi
At MOT on 16 Apr 2026
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,719 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S26 KUL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
24 May 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S26 KUL was last recorded at 124,714 miles on 16 Apr 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
124,714 miles · 15 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,719 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 124,714 miles
  • 2025 – 121,019 miles
  • 2024 – 120,088 miles
  • 2023 – 119,430 miles
  • 2022 – 117,931 miles
  • 2021 – 116,385 miles
  • 2020 – 113,527 miles
  • 2019 – 109,701 miles
  • 2018 – 104,573 miles
  • 2017 – 97,200 miles
  • 2016 – 93,974 miles
  • 2015 – 92,944 miles
  • 2014 – 87,333 miles
  • 2013 – 81,756 miles
  • 2012 – 76,802 miles
  • 2011 – 66,531 miles
  • 2010 – 58,934 miles
  • 2009 – 48,109 miles
  • 2008 – 39,993 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass124,714 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))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 Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2013

Full MOT history

26 tests since 2 May 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass124,714 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    124,714 miles
    Test number
    772686031875
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail124,714 miles (+3,695)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,714 miles
    Test number
    187523628332
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear ( BUSH IS SEPERATE ) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp switch does not illuminate the front and rear position lamps with a single operation (4.2.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass121,019 miles (+931)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    121,019 miles
    Test number
    623598903988

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass120,088 miles (+658)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    120,088 miles
    Test number
    719953255738
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

  5. Pass119,430 miles (+1,499)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    119,430 miles
    Test number
    472658108209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass117,931 miles (+1,546)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    117,931 miles
    Test number
    664495259857
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both Front Tyres Perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass116,385 miles (+18)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    116,385 miles
    Test number
    752475446453
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail116,367 miles (+2,840)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,367 miles
    Test number
    135702918068
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass113,527 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    113,527 miles
    Test number
    135640278468
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside headlamp light intensity slightly reduced
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside headlamp light intensity slightly reduced

  10. Fail113,527 miles (+3,826)2 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,527 miles
    Test number
    275594681447
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass109,701 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    109,701 miles
    Test number
    747277268266
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Fail109,700 miles (+5,127)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,700 miles
    Test number
    322203007544
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass104,573 miles (+7,373)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    104,573 miles
    Test number
    310076701911

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass97,200 miles (+3,226)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    97,200 miles
    Test number
    205681751157
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on edges (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on edges (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass93,974 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    93,974 miles
    Test number
    902878880321

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail93,974 miles (+1,030)3 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,974 miles
    Test number
    516100082153
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryTops of rear shock absorbers corroding

  17. Pass92,944 miles (+5,611)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    92,944 miles
    Test number
    199805415149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass87,333 miles (+5,577)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    87,333 miles
    Test number
    945620224167
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  19. Pass81,756 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    81,756 miles
    Test number
    789831823142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail81,756 miles (+4,954)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,756 miles
    Test number
    566230323138
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  21. Pass76,802 miles (+10,271)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    76,802 miles
    Test number
    279912922414

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass66,531 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    66,531 miles
    Test number
    647710691087
    • NoteNail in the shoulder of the nearside front tyre

  23. Fail66,531 miles (+7,597)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,531 miles
    Test number
    145098171435
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNail in the shoulder of the nearside front tyre

  24. Pass58,934 miles (+10,825)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    58,934 miles
    Test number
    280692380143
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres starting to wear low
    • NoteChips in screen
    • NoteNail in o/s rear tyre

  25. Pass48,109 miles (+8,116)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2010
    Odometer
    48,109 miles
    Test number
    254013049482
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass39,993 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2009
    Odometer
    39,993 miles
    Test number
    321253228147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S26 KUL

Does S26 KUL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S26 KUL is valid until 18 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on S26 KUL?
The MOT on S26 KUL is valid until 18 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S26 KUL done?
S26 KUL was recorded at 124,714 miles at its MOT on 16 Apr 2026, an average of 4,719 miles a year.
Has S26 KUL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S26 KUL has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on S26 KUL 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 KUL find?
S26 KUL passed its latest MOT on 16 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; offside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing.

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