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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 2,993 cc

S33 MDEMOT history

S33 MDE is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 24 Jul 2008. Its MOT is valid until 9 Jul 2027 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 119,376 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jul 2026.

S33 MDE 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 9 Jul 2027
Mileage
119,376 mi
At MOT on 8 Jul 2026
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,598 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S33 MDE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
24 Jul 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S33 MDE was last recorded at 119,376 miles on 8 Jul 2026, 1,020 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
118,356 miles · 14 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
1,020 miles
Average per year
5,598 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 119,376 miles
  • 2025 – 118,356 miles
  • 2024 – 116,198 miles
  • 2023 – 110,920 miles
  • 2022 – 110,913 miles
  • 2021 – 109,079 miles
  • 2019 – 104,713 miles
  • 2018 – 96,179 miles
  • 2017 – 80,242 miles
  • 2016 – 68,308 miles
  • 2015 – 62,536 miles
  • 2014 – 56,977 miles
  • 2013 – 52,261 miles
  • 2012 – 43,989 miles
  • 2011 – 35,808 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass119,376 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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

20 tests since 3 Aug 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass119,376 miles (+1,020)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    119,376 miles
    Test number
    324319346670

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass118,356 miles (+2,158)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    118,356 miles
    Test number
    514264381192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass116,198 miles (+5,278)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    116,198 miles
    Test number
    211523111719

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass110,920 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    110,920 miles
    Test number
    281096283489

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail110,913 miles (+1,834)1 dangerous4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,913 miles
    Test number
    703384043770
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect leaking (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass109,079 miles (+4,366)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    109,079 miles
    Test number
    315499661914

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass104,713 miles (+8,534)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    104,713 miles
    Test number
    839660265238
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass96,179 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    96,179 miles
    Test number
    499327364665

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail96,177 miles (+347)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,177 miles
    Test number
    820622607351
    • MajorShock absorbers has a serious fluid leak both rears (5.3.2 (b))

  10. Fail95,830 miles (+15,588)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,830 miles
    Test number
    164087346757
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre slightly wearing on outer edge

  11. Pass80,242 miles (+11,934)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    80,242 miles
    Test number
    662074803466

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass68,308 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    68,308 miles
    Test number
    297928473852

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail68,305 miles (+5,769)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,305 miles
    Test number
    949633034018
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  14. Fail62,536 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,536 miles
    Test number
    689396495106
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

  15. Pass62,536 miles (+5,559)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    62,536 miles
    Test number
    856716595138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass56,977 miles (+4,716)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    56,977 miles
    Test number
    247018994134
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre worn on inside and outside edge

  17. Pass52,261 miles (+8,272)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    52,261 miles
    Test number
    518056753208
    • 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 Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass43,989 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    43,989 miles
    Test number
    249506402226
    • NoteFront brake discs lipped
    • NoteNearside front tyre inner sidewall has a slight tear when weight of the vehicle is on the tyre

  19. Fail43,987 miles (+8,179)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,987 miles
    Test number
    596826402268
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteFront brake discs lipped
    • NoteNearside front tyre inner sidewall has a slight tear when weight of the vehicle is on the tyre

  20. Pass35,808 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    35,808 miles
    Test number
    698275911224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S33 MDE

Does S33 MDE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S33 MDE is valid until 9 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on S33 MDE?
The MOT on S33 MDE is valid until 9 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S33 MDE done?
S33 MDE was recorded at 119,376 miles at its MOT on 8 Jul 2026, an average of 5,598 miles a year.
Has S33 MDE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S33 MDE has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on S33 MDE 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 MDE find?
S33 MDE passed its latest MOT on 8 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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