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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2004 · 1,995 cc

S28 YMRMOT history

S28 YMR is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 7 Apr 2004. Its MOT is valid until 23 Jan 2027 and it has passed 20 of 24 MOT tests, with 124,308 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Jan 2026.

S28 YMR black 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 23 Jan 2027
Mileage
124,308 mi
At MOT on 24 Jan 2026
MOT tests
24
20 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,263 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S28 YMR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
7 Apr 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S28 YMR was last recorded at 124,308 miles on 24 Jan 2026, 1,717 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
122,591 miles · 6 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
1,717 miles
Average per year
5,263 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 124,308 miles
  • 2025 – 122,591 miles
  • 2023 – 113,189 miles
  • 2022 – 103,213 miles
  • 2021 – 98,177 miles
  • 2020 – 95,145 miles
  • 2019 – 85,973 miles
  • 2018 – 81,847 miles
  • 2017 – 79,951 miles
  • 2016 – 76,700 miles
  • 2015 – 62,919 miles
  • 2014 – 55,959 miles
  • 2013 – 52,156 miles
  • 2012 – 48,723 miles
  • 2011 – 46,323 miles
  • 2010 – 41,946 miles
  • 2009 – 38,386 miles
  • 2008 – 34,150 miles
  • 2007 – 25,259 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass124,308 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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.

  • Engine oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Front brake discs inner faces rusting / worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Near side front tyre inner edge worn down

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Off side front tyre inner shoulder bald and outer edge worn down

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

24 tests since 31 Mar 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass124,308 miles (+1,717)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    124,308 miles
    Test number
    395600769092
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  2. Pass122,591 miles (+9,402)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    122,591 miles
    Test number
    475947022273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass113,189 miles (+9,976)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    113,189 miles
    Test number
    800468542825
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass103,213 miles (+5,036)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    103,213 miles
    Test number
    342422451119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass98,177 miles (+3,032)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    98,177 miles
    Test number
    967857360698

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass95,145 miles (+2,933)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    95,145 miles
    Test number
    284095223072
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre perished poor condition (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass92,212 miles (+6,239)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    92,212 miles
    Test number
    772223228395

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass85,973 miles (+4,126)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    85,973 miles
    Test number
    473876331602
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexihose corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexihose corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass81,847 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    81,847 miles
    Test number
    494725465075
    • AdvisoryFront (inner) brake pads look worn very low
    • AdvisoryNearside rear valve perished / cracking
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre tread worn low

  10. Fail81,847 miles (+1,896)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,847 miles
    Test number
    326858139098
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer side wall (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront (inner) brake pads look worn very low
    • AdvisoryNearside rear valve perished / cracking
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre tread worn low

  11. Pass79,951 miles (+3,251)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    79,951 miles
    Test number
    263500226563
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened offside and nearside (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Engine mount worn
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Offside and nearside (3.5.1i)

  12. Pass76,700 miles (+7)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    76,700 miles
    Test number
    994839643643
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs inner faces rusting / worn
    • AdvisoryNear side front tyre inner edge worn down
    • AdvisoryOff side front tyre inner shoulder bald and outer edge worn down

  13. Fail76,693 miles (+13,774)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,693 miles
    Test number
    344261538349
    • FailureSuspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush near side front lower arm rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureSuspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush off side front lower arm rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs inner faces rusting / worn
    • AdvisoryNear side front tyre inner edge worn down
    • AdvisoryOff side front tyre inner shoulder bald and outer edge worn down

  14. Pass62,919 miles (+236)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    62,919 miles
    Test number
    259735255021
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  15. Fail62,683 miles (+6,724)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,683 miles
    Test number
    776239745062
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass55,959 miles (+3,803)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    55,959 miles
    Test number
    197701054055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass52,156 miles (+3,433)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    52,156 miles
    Test number
    895045083015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass48,723 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    48,723 miles
    Test number
    436079982044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail48,723 miles (+2,400)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,723 miles
    Test number
    908259182031
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  20. Pass46,323 miles (+4,377)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    46,323 miles
    Test number
    869517481043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass41,946 miles (+3,560)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    41,946 miles
    Test number
    142751090472

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass38,386 miles (+4,236)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    38,386 miles
    Test number
    530080699064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass34,150 miles (+8,891)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    34,150 miles
    Test number
    403017788031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass25,259 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    25,259 miles
    Test number
    213100297005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S28 YMR

Does S28 YMR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S28 YMR is valid until 23 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on S28 YMR?
The MOT on S28 YMR is valid until 23 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S28 YMR done?
S28 YMR was recorded at 124,308 miles at its MOT on 24 Jan 2026, an average of 5,263 miles a year.
Has S28 YMR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S28 YMR has failed 4 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Jan 2018.
Has the mileage on S28 YMR 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 YMR find?
S28 YMR passed its latest MOT on 24 Jan 2026 with 1 advisory: offside front outer vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill.

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