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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 2,494 cc

S35 TLAMOT history

S35 TLA is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 5 Mar 2027 and it has passed 21 of 29 MOT tests, with 137,677 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Feb 2026.

S35 TLA 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 5 Mar 2027
Mileage
137,677 mi
At MOT on 19 Feb 2026
MOT tests
29
21 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,340 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S35 TLA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S35 TLA was last recorded at 137,677 miles on 19 Feb 2026, 43 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
137,634 miles · 12 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
43 miles
Average per year
4,340 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 137,677 miles
  • 2025 – 133,874 miles
  • 2024 – 131,056 miles
  • 2023 – 126,376 miles
  • 2022 – 122,631 miles
  • 2021 – 119,933 miles
  • 2020 – 117,448 miles
  • 2019 – 114,184 miles
  • 2018 – 111,743 miles
  • 2017 – 107,685 miles
  • 2016 – 102,852 miles
  • 2015 – 95,287 miles
  • 2014 – 88,668 miles
  • 2013 – 83,738 miles
  • 2012 – 78,327 miles
  • 2011 – 72,544 miles
  • 2010 – 69,295 miles
  • 2009 – 65,540 miles
  • 2008 – 61,020 miles
  • 2007 – 56,617 miles
  • 2006 – 50,822 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass137,677 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2017

Full MOT history

29 tests since 15 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass137,677 miles (+43)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    137,677 miles
    Test number
    654238381031
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  2. Fail137,634 miles (+3,760)6 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,634 miles
    Test number
    340638532442
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  3. Pass133,874 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    133,874 miles
    Test number
    772347908120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail133,873 miles (+2,817)2 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,873 miles
    Test number
    713763431418
    • 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))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  5. Pass131,056 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    131,056 miles
    Test number
    497266875527

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail131,054 miles (+4,678)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,054 miles
    Test number
    192478132681
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  7. Pass126,376 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    126,376 miles
    Test number
    774701919702
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail126,376 miles (+3,745)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,376 miles
    Test number
    951038502751
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass122,631 miles (+2,698)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    122,631 miles
    Test number
    478625141554

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass119,933 miles (+2,485)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    119,933 miles
    Test number
    298085932307

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass117,448 miles (+3,264)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    117,448 miles
    Test number
    404130375889

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass114,184 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    114,184 miles
    Test number
    227728788160
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  13. Fail114,178 miles (+2,435)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,178 miles
    Test number
    269931312334
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  14. Pass111,743 miles (+34)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    111,743 miles
    Test number
    895828351533
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Fail111,709 miles (+4,024)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,709 miles
    Test number
    528711242431
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear x2 (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault air bag light (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Pass107,685 miles (+4,833)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    107,685 miles
    Test number
    477883012998
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass102,852 miles (+7,565)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    102,852 miles
    Test number
    813557594287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass95,287 miles (+6,619)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    95,287 miles
    Test number
    257771445044
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOffside rear brake binding slightly

  19. Pass88,668 miles (+4,930)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    88,668 miles
    Test number
    148754264043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass83,738 miles (+5,411)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    83,738 miles
    Test number
    898495433001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass78,327 miles (+5,783)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    78,327 miles
    Test number
    277725842002
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteAir bag light on
    • NoteW/screen stone chip n/s

  22. Pass72,544 miles (+3,249)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    72,544 miles
    Test number
    127228521482
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSmall stone chips to w/screen

  23. Pass69,295 miles (+98)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    69,295 miles
    Test number
    951189140011
    • NoteSmall chip to lower w/screen middle

  24. Fail69,197 miles (+3,657)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,197 miles
    Test number
    873393040029
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  25. Pass65,540 miles (+4,520)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    65,540 miles
    Test number
    153851449048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass61,020 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    61,020 miles
    Test number
    174384848010
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteFront tyres wearing low on edges
    • NoteO/s steering rack slight play

  27. Fail61,020 miles (+4,403)1 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,020 miles
    Test number
    783514748065
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteFront tyres wearing low on edges
    • NoteO/s steering rack slight play

  28. Pass56,617 miles (+5,795)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    56,617 miles
    Test number
    953132857052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass50,822 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    50,822 miles
    Test number
    103036546079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S35 TLA

Does S35 TLA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S35 TLA is valid until 5 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on S35 TLA?
The MOT on S35 TLA is valid until 5 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S35 TLA done?
S35 TLA was recorded at 137,677 miles at its MOT on 19 Feb 2026, an average of 4,340 miles a year.
Has S35 TLA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S35 TLA has failed 8 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on S35 TLA 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 S35 TLA find?
S35 TLA passed its latest MOT on 19 Feb 2026 with 6 advisories: nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside rear integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch; offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 3 more.

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