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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Diesel · 2005 · 1,995 cc

S26 TSXMOT history

S26 TSX is a silver diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 26 May 2005. Its MOT is valid until 20 Apr 2027 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 128,742 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Apr 2026.

S26 TSX silver 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 20 Apr 2027
Mileage
128,742 mi
At MOT on 21 Apr 2026
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,745 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S26 TSX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
26 May 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S26 TSX was last recorded at 128,742 miles on 21 Apr 2026, 140 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
128,602 miles · 13 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
140 miles
Average per year
5,745 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 128,742 miles
  • 2025 – 117,563 miles
  • 2023 – 100,841 miles
  • 2022 – 92,506 miles
  • 2021 – 89,468 miles
  • 2020 – 87,833 miles
  • 2019 – 84,146 miles
  • 2018 – 80,812 miles
  • 2017 – 76,307 miles
  • 2016 – 70,839 miles
  • 2015 – 66,143 miles
  • 2014 – 62,542 miles
  • 2013 – 58,315 miles
  • 2012 – 54,643 miles
  • 2011 – 47,906 miles
  • 2010 – 41,645 miles
  • 2009 – 33,550 miles
  • 2008 – 25,735 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass128,742 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryUndertrays fittedRecorded 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 (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

22 tests since 16 May 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass128,742 miles (+140)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    128,742 miles
    Test number
    643685997177
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  2. Fail128,602 miles (+11,039)1 dangerous5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,602 miles
    Test number
    126007183583
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  3. Pass117,563 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    117,563 miles
    Test number
    573171828604
    • AdvisoryFront bumper damaged
    • AdvisoryUnder body corroded

  4. Fail117,563 miles (+16,722)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,563 miles
    Test number
    841212896014
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault reset (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront bumper damaged
    • AdvisoryUnder body corroded

  5. Pass100,841 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    100,841 miles
    Test number
    234323937686
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted. engine cover fitted

  6. Fail100,841 miles (+8,335)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,841 miles
    Test number
    890713248190
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault reset (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted. engine cover fitted

  7. Pass92,506 miles (+3,038)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    92,506 miles
    Test number
    322981828687
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s/f and o/s/f (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass89,468 miles (+1,635)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    89,468 miles
    Test number
    476088292033
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass87,833 miles (+3,687)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    87,833 miles
    Test number
    598716755001
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  10. Pass84,146 miles (+3,334)
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    84,146 miles
    Test number
    484891367437

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass80,812 miles (+4,505)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    80,812 miles
    Test number
    190487316023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass76,307 miles (+5,468)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    76,307 miles
    Test number
    737533567349

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass70,839 miles (+4,696)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    70,839 miles
    Test number
    306672330336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass66,143 miles (+3,601)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    66,143 miles
    Test number
    238137565439
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Trailing 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. Pass62,542 miles (+43)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    62,542 miles
    Test number
    466158164140
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth rear tyres are starting to crack on the inner and outer edges
    • NoteNearside front tyre is starting to crack on the inner and outer edges

  16. Fail62,499 miles (+4,184)2 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,499 miles
    Test number
    597625064114
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth rear tyres are starting to crack on the inner and outer edges
    • NoteNearside front tyre is starting to crack on the inner and outer edges

  17. Pass58,315 miles (+3,672)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    58,315 miles
    Test number
    708010583154
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteAll 4 tyres are cracked slightly on the outer edges

  18. Pass54,643 miles (+6,737)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    54,643 miles
    Test number
    717904482136
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass47,906 miles (+6,261)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    47,906 miles
    Test number
    368322281144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass41,645 miles (+8,095)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    41,645 miles
    Test number
    741911880151
    • NoteEmissions too low for machine to pick up on
    • NoteN/s/f and both rear tyres small splits on inner sidewalls

  21. Pass33,550 miles (+7,815)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    33,550 miles
    Test number
    550563459134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass25,735 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2009
    Odometer
    25,735 miles
    Test number
    654967738157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S26 TSX

Does S26 TSX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S26 TSX is valid until 20 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on S26 TSX?
The MOT on S26 TSX is valid until 20 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 TSX done?
S26 TSX was recorded at 128,742 miles at its MOT on 21 Apr 2026, an average of 5,745 miles a year.
Has S26 TSX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S26 TSX has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on S26 TSX 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 TSX find?
S26 TSX passed its latest MOT on 21 Apr 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front tyre slightly damaged; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; undertrays fitted.

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