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BMW 3 Series

White · Diesel · 2009 · 1,995 cc

S26 TUCMOT history

S26 TUC is a white diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 16 Oct 2009. Its MOT is valid until 29 Sept 2027 and it has passed 15 of 27 MOT tests, with 144,444 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

S26 TUC white BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 29 Sept 2027
Mileage
144,444 mi
At MOT on 30 Sept 2026
MOT tests
27
15 passed · 12 failed
Per year
7,481 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S26 TUC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
16 Oct 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S26 TUC was last recorded at 144,444 miles on 30 Sept 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
144,444 miles · 17 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
7,481 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 144,444 miles
  • 2025 – 137,658 miles
  • 2024 – 126,549 miles
  • 2023 – 115,429 miles
  • 2022 – 109,710 miles
  • 2021 – 103,096 miles
  • 2020 – 98,798 miles
  • 2019 – 95,107 miles
  • 2018 – 89,549 miles
  • 2017 – 81,985 miles
  • 2016 – 72,358 miles
  • 2014 – 61,420 miles
  • 2013 – 50,002 miles
  • 2012 – 40,640 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass144,444 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))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.

  • Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear brake wear wire rubbing on cv boot

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

27 tests since 14 Nov 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass144,444 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    144,444 miles
    Test number
    612271672112
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail144,444 miles (+6,786)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,444 miles
    Test number
    392217610061
    • DangerousNearside Rear Shock absorbers likely to become detached (5.3.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass137,658 miles (+2)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    137,658 miles
    Test number
    726482634046
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail137,656 miles (+11,107)4 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,656 miles
    Test number
    480259078320
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened strong advise. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake performance very poor advise inspection.

  5. Pass126,549 miles (+11,120)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    126,549 miles
    Test number
    752160927629
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Pass115,429 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    115,429 miles
    Test number
    193858126106
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake wear wire rubbing on cv boot
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail115,429 miles (+5,719)3 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,429 miles
    Test number
    326599506779
    • DangerousNearside Rear Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake wear wire rubbing on cv boot
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass109,710 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    109,710 miles
    Test number
    158593145870
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

  9. Fail109,710 miles (+6,614)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,710 miles
    Test number
    469747954643
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

  10. Pass103,096 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    103,096 miles
    Test number
    422546862711
    • AdvisoryNearside Front rim damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear rim damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front rim damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear rim damaged

  11. Fail103,096 miles (+4,298)1 dangerous1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,096 miles
    Test number
    290204834196
    • DangerousOffside Rear Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front rim damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear rim damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front rim damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear rim damaged
    • AdvisoryTpms light on

  12. Pass98,798 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    98,798 miles
    Test number
    940260616125
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryTps light on

  13. Fail98,798 miles (+3,691)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,798 miles
    Test number
    597393305330
    • DangerousNearside Front Electrical wiring likely to touch hot or rotating parts (4.11 (a) (iii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryTps light on

  14. Pass95,107 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    95,107 miles
    Test number
    571920058113
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted rim outer edge has sustained damage (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement tie rod bush has play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive differential leaking oil form n/s drive shaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres on 2mm of tread *dangerous* (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing heavily on there inner edges *dangerous*
    • AdvisoryCreaking coming from steering on lock to lock

  15. Fail95,107 miles (+5,558)1 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,107 miles
    Test number
    721204912789
    • MajorOffside Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted rim outer edge has sustained damage (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement tie rod bush has play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive differential leaking oil form n/s drive shaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres on 2mm of tread *dangerous* (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing heavily on there inner edges *dangerous*
    • AdvisoryCreaking coming from steering on lock to lock

  16. Pass89,549 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    89,549 miles
    Test number
    754541889795
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySlight damage to all wheel rims

  17. Fail89,549 miles (+7,564)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,549 miles
    Test number
    757640226869
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryLow park effort
    • AdvisorySlight damage to all wheel rims

  18. Pass81,985 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    81,985 miles
    Test number
    381238247266
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel rim damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel rim damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre 2.5mm
    • AdvisoryOffside Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Fail81,985 miles (+9,627)9 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,985 miles
    Test number
    522206672688
    • FailureHeadlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high will not adjust (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Road wheel fractured (4.2.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel rim damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel rim damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre 2mm and worn inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre 2.5mm
    • AdvisoryOffside Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryTPMS indicates a fault
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass72,358 miles (+2,371)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    72,358 miles
    Test number
    474325755671
    • AdvisoryN/s front tyre slight wear on inner edge
    • AdvisoryPlastic covers under car causing restricted view of some components
    • AdvisorySmoke test so clean unable to get reading from tail pipe

  21. Pass69,987 miles (+8,567)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    69,987 miles
    Test number
    492953618393
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rose bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted in nearside rear seat
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust clamp cracked

  22. Pass61,420 miles (+3)5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    61,420 miles
    Test number
    367577434301
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteAdvise o/s/f tyre wearing on edges

  23. Fail61,417 miles (+11,415)2 dangerous4 failures5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,417 miles
    Test number
    978499124346
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteAdvise o/s/f tyre wearing on edges

  24. Pass50,002 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    50,002 miles
    Test number
    189569423342
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  25. Fail50,001 miles (+9,361)1 failure4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,001 miles
    Test number
    628739923348
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  26. Fail40,640 miles2 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,640 miles
    Test number
    465269412461
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteCut to nearside rear tyre (no cords showing at time of test)

  27. Pass40,640 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    40,640 miles
    Test number
    518119512364
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteCut to nearside rear tyre (no cords showing at time of test)

Questions about S26 TUC

Does S26 TUC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S26 TUC is valid until 29 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on S26 TUC?
The MOT on S26 TUC is valid until 29 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S26 TUC done?
S26 TUC was recorded at 144,444 miles at its MOT on 30 Sept 2026, an average of 7,481 miles a year.
Has S26 TUC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S26 TUC has failed 12 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on S26 TUC 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 TUC find?
S26 TUC passed its latest MOT on 30 Sept 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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