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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2005 · 2,979 cc

S33 AKOMOT history

S33 AKO is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 9 Feb 2005. Its MOT is valid until 3 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 24 MOT tests, with 75,563 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Nov 2025.

S33 AKO blue 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 3 Nov 2026
Mileage
75,563 mi
At MOT on 4 Nov 2025
MOT tests
24
20 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,903 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S33 AKO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
9 Feb 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
4 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S33 AKO was last recorded at 75,563 miles on 4 Nov 2025, 237 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
75,326 miles · 7 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
237 miles
Average per year
2,903 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 75,563 miles
  • 2024 – 74,895 miles
  • 2023 – 74,154 miles
  • 2022 – 73,849 miles
  • 2021 – 73,023 miles
  • 2020 – 72,225 miles
  • 2019 – 70,206 miles
  • 2018 – 68,477 miles
  • 2017 – 65,539 miles
  • 2016 – 61,706 miles
  • 2015 – 58,041 miles
  • 2014 – 54,658 miles
  • 2013 – 50,409 miles
  • 2012 – 43,895 miles
  • 2011 – 39,137 miles
  • 2010 – 35,885 miles
  • 2008 – 29,320 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass75,563 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Rear of front to rear pipe

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Rear of front to rear pipe

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

24 tests since 15 Mar 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass75,563 miles (+237)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    75,563 miles
    Test number
    753887603155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass75,326 miles (+431)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    75,326 miles
    Test number
    384685507705
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  3. Pass74,895 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    74,895 miles
    Test number
    564077764686
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Rear of front to rear pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Rear of front to rear pipe (1.1.11 (c))
  4. Fail74,895 miles (+741)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,895 miles
    Test number
    125904460856
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Rear of front to rear pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Rear of front to rear pipe (1.1.11 (c))
  5. Pass74,154 miles (+305)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    74,154 miles
    Test number
    507957604599
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All brake pipes coated in grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  6. Pass73,849 miles (+826)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    73,849 miles
    Test number
    459466824693
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  7. Pass73,023 miles (+798)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    73,023 miles
    Test number
    553543933109
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  8. Pass72,225 miles (+2,019)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    72,225 miles
    Test number
    602057677903
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  9. Pass70,206 miles (+1,729)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    70,206 miles
    Test number
    282579913697
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Pass68,477 miles (+2,938)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    68,477 miles
    Test number
    747957238260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass65,539 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    65,539 miles
    Test number
    863965839247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail65,539 miles (+3,833)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,539 miles
    Test number
    180148298496
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush rear (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush rear (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
  13. Pass61,706 miles (+3,665)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    61,706 miles
    Test number
    428628041403

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass58,041 miles (+3,383)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    58,041 miles
    Test number
    219621785401

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass54,658 miles (+4,249)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    54,658 miles
    Test number
    916202384191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass50,409 miles (+1,093)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    50,409 miles
    Test number
    655584283129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass49,316 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    49,316 miles
    Test number
    917987583096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail49,316 miles (+5,421)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,316 miles
    Test number
    639757683039
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
  19. Pass43,895 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    43,895 miles
    Test number
    169016962420
    • NoteFront brake discs corroded
  20. Fail43,895 miles (+4,758)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,895 miles
    Test number
    428255362023
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • NoteFront brake discs corroded
    • NoteO/s/f tyre has cuts on inside wall
  21. Pass39,137 miles (+3,252)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    39,137 miles
    Test number
    226611121006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass35,885 miles (+6,565)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    35,885 miles
    Test number
    114701120463
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  23. Pass29,320 miles (+4,961)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    29,320 miles
    Test number
    560208158380
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  24. Pass24,359 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    24,359 miles
    Test number
    810705878037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S33 AKO

Does S33 AKO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S33 AKO is valid until 3 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on S33 AKO?
The MOT on S33 AKO is valid until 3 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S33 AKO done?
S33 AKO was recorded at 75,563 miles at its MOT on 4 Nov 2025, an average of 2,903 miles a year.
Has S33 AKO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S33 AKO has failed 4 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on S33 AKO 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 S33 AKO find?
S33 AKO passed its latest MOT on 4 Nov 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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