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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2011 · 2,993 cc

S26 PTNMOT history

S26 PTN is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 23 Nov 2011. Its MOT is valid until 12 Jul 2027 and it has passed 13 of 16 MOT tests, with 161,458 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Jul 2026.

S26 PTN black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 12 Jul 2027
Mileage
161,458 mi
At MOT on 13 Jul 2026
MOT tests
16
13 passed · 3 failed
Per year
10,320 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S26 PTN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
23 Nov 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S26 PTN was last recorded at 161,458 miles on 13 Jul 2026, 7,390 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
154,068 miles · 12 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
7,390 miles
Average per year
10,320 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 161,458 miles
  • 2025 – 154,068 miles
  • 2024 – 146,007 miles
  • 2023 – 141,497 miles
  • 2022 – 137,750 miles
  • 2021 – 127,791 miles
  • 2020 – 116,676 miles
  • 2019 – 106,836 miles
  • 2018 – 93,883 miles
  • 2017 – 80,528 miles
  • 2016 – 67,997 miles
  • 2015 – 52,697 miles
  • 2014 – 41,011 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass161,458 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side front lower forward arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

16 tests since 10 Nov 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass161,458 miles (+7,390)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    161,458 miles
    Test number
    208241412530
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side front lower forward arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass154,068 miles (+8,061)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    154,068 miles
    Test number
    870906910132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass146,007 miles (+4,510)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    146,007 miles
    Test number
    408961055183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass141,497 miles (+3,747)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2024
    Odometer
    141,497 miles
    Test number
    229535815886

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass137,750 miles (+9,959)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    137,750 miles
    Test number
    421708248288
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass127,791 miles (+11,115)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    127,791 miles
    Test number
    879794600099
    • AdvisoryScrew o/s/r tyre

  7. Pass116,676 miles (+9,840)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    116,676 miles
    Test number
    742346358932

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass106,836 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    106,836 miles
    Test number
    584295334337
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail106,836 miles (+12,953)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,836 miles
    Test number
    985113159835
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass93,883 miles (+13,355)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    93,883 miles
    Test number
    380843415271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass80,528 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    80,528 miles
    Test number
    603155088176
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner tread (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPlastic covers fitted to underside, inner wheel arches and outer body sills.

  12. Fail80,528 miles (+12,531)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,528 miles
    Test number
    971262221758
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Outer Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner tread (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPlastic covers fitted to underside, inner wheel arches and outer body sills.

  13. Pass67,997 miles (+15,300)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    67,997 miles
    Test number
    900866626506
    • AdvisoryPlastic covers fitted to outer body sill, underside and inner wheel arches.

  14. Pass52,697 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    52,697 miles
    Test number
    604467605408
    • AdvisoryPlastic covers fitted to underside and outer body sills.

  15. Fail52,697 miles (+11,686)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,697 miles
    Test number
    934786293100
    • DangerousNearside Front Track rod end loose nut loose (2.2.B.1d)
    • AdvisoryPlastic covers fitted to underside and outer body sills.

  16. Pass41,011 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    41,011 miles
    Test number
    627504614320
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about S26 PTN

Does S26 PTN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S26 PTN is valid until 12 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on S26 PTN?
The MOT on S26 PTN is valid until 12 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S26 PTN done?
S26 PTN was recorded at 161,458 miles at its MOT on 13 Jul 2026, an average of 10,320 miles a year.
Has S26 PTN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S26 PTN has failed 3 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Nov 2019.
Has the mileage on S26 PTN 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 PTN find?
S26 PTN passed its latest MOT on 13 Jul 2026 with 2 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side front lower forward arm bushes.

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