BMW logo

BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2004 · 2,993 cc

S28 CSSMOT history

S28 CSS is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 30 Sept 2004. Its MOT expired on 17 Jan 2022 and it has passed 15 of 18 MOT tests, with 139,428 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Jan 2022.

S28 CSS black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 17 Jan 2022
Mileage
139,428 mi
At MOT on 24 Jan 2022
MOT tests
18
15 passed · 3 failed
Per year
7,234 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for S28 CSS in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
S28 CSS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
30 Sept 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Jan 2022
Latest MOT test
24 Jan 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

S28 CSS was last recorded at 139,428 miles on 24 Jan 2022, 3,671 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Jan 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
135,757 miles · 18 Jan 2021
Between the last two tests
3,671 miles
Average per year
7,234 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 139,428 miles
  • 2021 – 135,757 miles
  • 2019 – 129,275 miles
  • 2018 – 127,148 miles
  • 2017 – 121,785 miles
  • 2016 – 119,585 miles
  • 2015 – 115,277 miles
  • 2014 – 103,691 miles
  • 2013 – 91,075 miles
  • 2012 – 83,899 miles
  • 2011 – 74,723 miles
  • 2010 – 71,658 miles
  • 2009 – 65,310 miles
  • 2008 – 42,532 miles
  • 2007 – 35,075 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail139,428 miles
  • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

What MOT failures 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 Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2016

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2016

Full MOT history

18 tests since 22 Aug 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail139,428 miles (+3,671)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,428 miles
    Test number
    856403214281
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass135,757 miles (+6,482)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    135,757 miles
    Test number
    198886585718
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all 4 (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass129,275 miles (+2,127)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    129,275 miles
    Test number
    416146777870

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass127,148 miles (+5,363)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    127,148 miles
    Test number
    913435899324

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass121,785 miles (+2,200)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    121,785 miles
    Test number
    763971805204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass119,585 miles (+4,308)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    119,585 miles
    Test number
    692789799934
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  7. Pass115,277 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    115,277 miles
    Test number
    523363666488
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  8. Fail115,277 miles (+11,586)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,277 miles
    Test number
    259708565272
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  9. Pass103,691 miles (+12,616)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    103,691 miles
    Test number
    766849714145
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  10. Pass91,075 miles (+7,176)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    91,075 miles
    Test number
    338719183074
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  11. Pass83,899 miles (+9,176)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    83,899 miles
    Test number
    107634312199
    • NoteFront tyres low on edges
    • NoteHandbrake lower on n/s just reached efficency
    • NoteSlight corrosion on rear discs

  12. Pass74,723 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    74,723 miles
    Test number
    538079381082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail74,723 miles (+3,065)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,723 miles
    Test number
    425359381097
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  14. Pass71,658 miles (+6,348)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    71,658 miles
    Test number
    203445860271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass65,310 miles (+6,649)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    65,310 miles
    Test number
    851962979215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass58,661 miles (+16,129)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    58,661 miles
    Test number
    313359829045
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass42,532 miles (+7,457)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    42,532 miles
    Test number
    720585028003
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Pass35,075 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    35,075 miles
    Test number
    102474137209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S28 CSS

Does S28 CSS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S28 CSS expired on 17 Jan 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S28 CSS?
The MOT on S28 CSS expired on 17 Jan 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S28 CSS done?
S28 CSS was recorded at 139,428 miles at its MOT on 24 Jan 2022, an average of 7,234 miles a year.
Has S28 CSS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S28 CSS has failed 3 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on S28 CSS 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 S28 CSS find?
S28 CSS failed its latest MOT on 24 Jan 2022 with 5 major defects and 1 advisory: exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit; nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn; offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn, and 3 more.

Related registrations

Browse all S28C registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.