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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2009 · 1,995 cc

S33 FHDMOT history

S33 FHD is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 22 Jan 2009. Its MOT is valid until 20 Mar 2027 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 109,360 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Mar 2026.

S33 FHD 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 20 Mar 2027
Mileage
109,360 mi
At MOT on 11 Mar 2026
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,944 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S33 FHD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
22 Jan 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S33 FHD was last recorded at 109,360 miles on 11 Mar 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
109,359 miles · 10 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
6,944 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 109,360 miles
  • 2025 – 105,883 miles
  • 2024 – 102,963 miles
  • 2023 – 100,090 miles
  • 2022 – 99,500 miles
  • 2021 – 93,201 miles
  • 2020 – 83,647 miles
  • 2019 – 73,860 miles
  • 2018 – 71,697 miles
  • 2017 – 65,264 miles
  • 2016 – 54,969 miles
  • 2015 – 32,868 miles
  • 2014 – 18,383 miles
  • 2013 – 12,923 miles
  • 2012 – 11,106 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass109,360 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both rear springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion within all prescribed areas, all over under vehicle.

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

22 tests since 16 Jan 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass109,360 miles (+1)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    109,360 miles
    Test number
    266378266893
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both rear springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion within all prescribed areas, all over under vehicle.

  2. Fail109,359 miles (+3,476)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,359 miles
    Test number
    684954684200
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device missing seal broken (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • 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 Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both rear springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass105,883 miles (+2,920)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    105,883 miles
    Test number
    976609968651
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass102,963 miles (+2,873)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    102,963 miles
    Test number
    767840671372
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass100,090 miles (+590)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    100,090 miles
    Test number
    525102994799
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass99,500 miles (+6,299)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    99,500 miles
    Test number
    517550398429

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass93,201 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    93,201 miles
    Test number
    714395072077
    • AdvisoryHeatshield loose

  8. Fail93,196 miles (+9,549)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,196 miles
    Test number
    173719684488
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeatshield loose

  9. Pass83,647 miles (+9,787)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    83,647 miles
    Test number
    477738362858
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material marked with chalk (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal deteriorated

  10. Pass73,860 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    73,860 miles
    Test number
    930778624129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail73,860 miles (+2,163)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,860 miles
    Test number
    192472692659
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass71,697 miles (+2,903)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    71,697 miles
    Test number
    523198703604
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Low inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  13. Pass68,794 miles (+3,530)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    68,794 miles
    Test number
    811211947059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass65,264 miles (+10,295)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    65,264 miles
    Test number
    327706277513

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass54,969 miles (+22,101)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    54,969 miles
    Test number
    391570282122
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass32,868 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    32,868 miles
    Test number
    148909465107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail32,868 miles (+3,402)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,868 miles
    Test number
    885559765116
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

  18. Pass29,466 miles (+11,083)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    29,466 miles
    Test number
    849329415009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass18,383 miles (+5,460)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    18,383 miles
    Test number
    979716414019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail12,923 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    12,923 miles
    Test number
    687009503055
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  21. Pass12,923 miles (+1,817)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    12,923 miles
    Test number
    855959703018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass11,106 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    11,106 miles
    Test number
    537766712024
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about S33 FHD

Does S33 FHD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S33 FHD is valid until 20 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on S33 FHD?
The MOT on S33 FHD is valid until 20 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S33 FHD done?
S33 FHD was recorded at 109,360 miles at its MOT on 11 Mar 2026, an average of 6,944 miles a year.
Has S33 FHD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S33 FHD has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on S33 FHD 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 FHD find?
S33 FHD passed its latest MOT on 11 Mar 2026 with 7 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front; nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil; offside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 4 more.

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