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BMW 3 Series

White · Diesel · 2008 · 2,993 cc

S26 OTGMOT history

S26 OTG is a white diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 17 Oct 2008. Its MOT is valid until 25 Apr 2027 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 219,384 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Apr 2026.

S26 OTG 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 25 Apr 2027
Mileage
219,384 mi
At MOT on 11 Apr 2026
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
13,177 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S26 OTG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
17 Oct 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S26 OTG was last recorded at 219,384 miles on 11 Apr 2026, 4,254 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
215,130 miles · 26 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
4,254 miles
Average per year
13,177 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 219,384 miles
  • 2025 – 215,130 miles
  • 2024 – 208,148 miles
  • 2023 – 196,381 miles
  • 2022 – 182,544 miles
  • 2021 – 166,607 miles
  • 2020 – 154,828 miles
  • 2019 – 146,841 miles
  • 2018 – 132,626 miles
  • 2017 – 121,180 miles
  • 2016 – 108,057 miles
  • 2015 – 96,164 miles
  • 2014 – 81,216 miles
  • 2013 – 68,375 miles
  • 2012 – 46,426 miles
  • 2011 – 23,783 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass219,384 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryAge related corrosion

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

22 tests since 7 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass219,384 miles (+4,254)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    219,384 miles
    Test number
    146368731982
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAge related corrosion

  2. Pass215,130 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    215,130 miles
    Test number
    990169990341
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail215,127 miles (+6,979)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    215,127 miles
    Test number
    247768531065
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass208,148 miles (+11,767)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    208,148 miles
    Test number
    675517734931
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass196,381 miles (+13,837)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    196,381 miles
    Test number
    921835377333
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass182,544 miles (+15,937)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    182,544 miles
    Test number
    722179617505
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass166,607 miles (+11,779)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    166,607 miles
    Test number
    594962975662
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass154,828 miles (+7,987)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    154,828 miles
    Test number
    833066272252
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Shocker body and internal shaft (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass146,841 miles (+14,215)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    146,841 miles
    Test number
    477553087350
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass132,626 miles (+11,446)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    132,626 miles
    Test number
    503512748014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass121,180 miles (+13,123)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    121,180 miles
    Test number
    410436893871

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass108,057 miles (+186)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    108,057 miles
    Test number
    943704022812

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail107,871 miles (+11,707)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,871 miles
    Test number
    823296038304
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

  14. Pass96,164 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    96,164 miles
    Test number
    639932375072
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Fail96,164 miles (+14,948)4 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,164 miles
    Test number
    905671775036
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass81,216 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2015
    Odometer
    81,216 miles
    Test number
    406489424100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail81,216 miles (+12,841)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,216 miles
    Test number
    969690424104
    • FailureNearside Front Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)

  18. Pass68,375 miles (+21,949)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    68,375 miles
    Test number
    265820743485
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteN/s rear shock absorber bump stop perished
    • NoteO/s rear shock absorber bump stop perished

  19. Pass46,426 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    46,426 miles
    Test number
    706387232154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail46,426 miles (+22,643)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,426 miles
    Test number
    215987732417
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • NoteBattery Insecure

  21. Pass23,783 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    23,783 miles
    Test number
    109511661190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass23,781 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    23,781 miles
    Test number
    278658851408

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S26 OTG

Does S26 OTG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S26 OTG is valid until 25 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on S26 OTG?
The MOT on S26 OTG is valid until 25 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 OTG done?
S26 OTG was recorded at 219,384 miles at its MOT on 11 Apr 2026, an average of 13,177 miles a year.
Has S26 OTG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S26 OTG has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on S26 OTG 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 OTG find?
S26 OTG passed its latest MOT on 11 Apr 2026 with 6 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside rear lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 3 more.

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