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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Diesel · 2009 · 2,993 cc

S33 HFWMOT history

S33 HFW is a silver diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 2 Mar 2009. Its MOT expired on 10 Jul 2026 and it has passed 12 of 19 MOT tests, with 91,101 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Jul 2025.

S33 HFW silver 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 10 Jul 2026
Mileage
91,101 mi
At MOT on 11 Jul 2025
MOT tests
19
12 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,797 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S33 HFW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
2 Mar 2009
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
11 Jul 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S33 HFW was last recorded at 91,101 miles on 11 Jul 2025, 7,953 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Jun 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
83,148 miles · 1 Jun 2024
Between the last two tests
7,953 miles
Average per year
5,797 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 91,101 miles
  • 2024 – 83,148 miles
  • 2022 – 78,416 miles
  • 2021 – 69,356 miles
  • 2020 – 64,681 miles
  • 2018 – 48,456 miles
  • 2017 – 43,600 miles
  • 2016 – 39,184 miles
  • 2015 – 30,822 miles
  • 2014 – 19,039 miles
  • 2013 – 16,136 miles
  • 2012 – 13,653 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass91,101 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (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.

  • Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit

    Major3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Side repeater not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

19 tests since 1 Mar 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass91,101 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    91,101 miles
    Test number
    241949855768
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  2. Fail91,101 miles (+7,953)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,101 miles
    Test number
    722791037570
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  3. Pass83,148 miles (+4,732)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2025
    Odometer
    83,148 miles
    Test number
    560671110849
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective both sides (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  4. Pass78,416 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    78,416 miles
    Test number
    408365253051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail78,416 miles (+321)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,416 miles
    Test number
    955531802123
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testRear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
  6. Fail78,095 miles (+8,739)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,095 miles
    Test number
    410731192521
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  7. Pass69,356 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    69,356 miles
    Test number
    350269129414
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryTpm light on
  8. Fail69,356 miles (+4,675)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,356 miles
    Test number
    687963474567
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryTpm light on
  9. Fail64,681 miles (+16,225)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,681 miles
    Test number
    539102697044
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working boot lid (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  10. Pass48,456 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    48,456 miles
    Test number
    160147493977

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail48,456 miles (+4,856)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,456 miles
    Test number
    218210024475
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
  12. Pass43,600 miles (+4,416)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    43,600 miles
    Test number
    141682128126
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner edge (3.5.1i)
  13. Pass39,184 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    39,184 miles
    Test number
    352843586503
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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 Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  14. Fail39,184 miles (+8,362)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,184 miles
    Test number
    446374144216
    • FailureTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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 Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  15. Pass30,822 miles (+11,783)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    30,822 miles
    Test number
    668637565169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass19,039 miles (+19)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    19,039 miles
    Test number
    636278664198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass19,020 miles (+2,884)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    19,020 miles
    Test number
    187201194043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass16,136 miles (+2,483)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    16,136 miles
    Test number
    685191053020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass13,653 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    13,653 miles
    Test number
    499161462008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S33 HFW

Does S33 HFW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S33 HFW expired on 10 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S33 HFW?
The MOT on S33 HFW expired on 10 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S33 HFW done?
S33 HFW was recorded at 91,101 miles at its MOT on 11 Jul 2025, an average of 5,797 miles a year.
Has S33 HFW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S33 HFW has failed 7 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on S33 HFW 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 HFW find?
S33 HFW passed its latest MOT on 11 Jul 2025 with 2 advisories: nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement.

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