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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 1,895 cc

S36 CTEMOT history

S36 CTE is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 17 Aug 1998. Its MOT is valid until 25 May 2027 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 75,921 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 May 2026.

S36 CTE 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 25 May 2027
Mileage
75,921 mi
At MOT on 26 May 2026
MOT tests
24
19 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,154 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S36 CTE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
17 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 May 2027
Latest MOT test
26 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S36 CTE was last recorded at 75,921 miles on 26 May 2026, 379 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jul 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
75,542 miles · 14 Jul 2022
Between the last two tests
379 miles
Average per year
2,154 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 75,921 miles
  • 2022 – 75,542 miles
  • 2021 – 70,443 miles
  • 2020 – 69,846 miles
  • 2019 – 69,303 miles
  • 2018 – 68,749 miles
  • 2017 – 67,944 miles
  • 2016 – 67,143 miles
  • 2015 – 66,405 miles
  • 2014 – 65,423 miles
  • 2013 – 64,468 miles
  • 2012 – 63,423 miles
  • 2011 – 61,995 miles
  • 2010 – 59,179 miles
  • 2009 – 54,157 miles
  • 2008 – 48,526 miles
  • 2007 – 42,394 miles
  • 2006 – 36,464 miles
  • 2005 – 31,146 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass75,921 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Various brake pipes greased (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal Sill welded repairs covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal Sill welded repairs covered in underseal (5.3.6 (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.

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

24 tests since 11 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass75,921 miles (+379)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2027
    Odometer
    75,921 miles
    Test number
    995899297753
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Various brake pipes greased (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal Sill welded repairs covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal Sill welded repairs covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass75,542 miles (+5,099)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    75,542 miles
    Test number
    629098249674

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass70,443 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    70,443 miles
    Test number
    570003450970
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various pipes greased (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUndertray fitted

  4. Fail70,441 miles (+23)2 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,441 miles
    Test number
    509926335053
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various pipes greased (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUndertray fitted

  5. Fail70,418 miles (+572)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,418 miles
    Test number
    542021332400
    • MajorFuel tank insecure (6.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded from wheel too flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting outer cill nr rear axle mount (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded from flexi too join at axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule flexi at axle (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  6. Pass69,846 miles (+543)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    69,846 miles
    Test number
    230429460381
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass69,303 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    69,303 miles
    Test number
    450530851278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail69,295 miles (+546)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,295 miles
    Test number
    688660059510
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded wishbone brake pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass68,749 miles (+805)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    68,749 miles
    Test number
    215103741914

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass67,944 miles (+801)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    67,944 miles
    Test number
    215997565894

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass67,143 miles (+738)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    67,143 miles
    Test number
    171861870584

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass66,405 miles (+982)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    66,405 miles
    Test number
    199053685109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass65,423 miles (+955)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    65,423 miles
    Test number
    888742184158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass64,468 miles (+1,045)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    64,468 miles
    Test number
    105375203239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass63,423 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    63,423 miles
    Test number
    517946602220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail63,423 miles (+1,428)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,423 miles
    Test number
    516226602211
    • DangerousNearside Rear Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

  17. Pass61,995 miles (+2,816)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    61,995 miles
    Test number
    858051801219
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • 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)

  18. Pass59,179 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    59,179 miles
    Test number
    710959620227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail59,179 miles (+5,022)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,179 miles
    Test number
    723865820261
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  20. Pass54,157 miles (+5,631)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    54,157 miles
    Test number
    404852009211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass48,526 miles (+6,132)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    48,526 miles
    Test number
    971439918212
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

  22. Pass42,394 miles (+5,930)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    42,394 miles
    Test number
    901466907284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass36,464 miles (+5,318)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    36,464 miles
    Test number
    374889016295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass31,146 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    31,146 miles
    Test number
    392153025488

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S36 CTE

Does S36 CTE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S36 CTE is valid until 25 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on S36 CTE?
The MOT on S36 CTE is valid until 25 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S36 CTE done?
S36 CTE was recorded at 75,921 miles at its MOT on 26 May 2026, an average of 2,154 miles a year.
Has S36 CTE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S36 CTE has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jul 2021.
Has the mileage on S36 CTE 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 S36 CTE find?
S36 CTE passed its latest MOT on 26 May 2026 with 3 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various brake pipes greased; nearside suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal sill welded repairs covered in underseal; offside suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal sill welded repairs covered in underseal.

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