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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2005 · 2,979 cc

S3 HXNMOT history

S3 HXN is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 14 Apr 2005. Its MOT is valid until 18 Sept 2027 and it has passed 18 of 20 MOT tests, with 99,077 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Sept 2026.

S3 HXN silver 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 18 Sept 2027
Mileage
99,077 mi
At MOT on 19 Sept 2026
MOT tests
20
18 passed · 2 failed
Per year
4,014 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S3 HXN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
14 Apr 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S3 HXN was last recorded at 99,077 miles on 19 Sept 2026, 726 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
98,351 miles · 29 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
726 miles
Average per year
4,014 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 99,077 miles
  • 2025 – 98,351 miles
  • 2023 – 97,599 miles
  • 2022 – 96,619 miles
  • 2021 – 92,354 miles
  • 2020 – 89,042 miles
  • 2019 – 87,081 miles
  • 2018 – 84,415 miles
  • 2017 – 79,167 miles
  • 2016 – 67,835 miles
  • 2015 – 64,300 miles
  • 2014 – 58,288 miles
  • 2013 – 53,170 miles
  • 2012 – 48,841 miles
  • 2011 – 43,852 miles
  • 2010 – 38,751 miles
  • 2009 – 33,231 miles
  • 2008 – 24,980 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass99,077 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (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.

  • Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2020

Full MOT history

20 tests since 4 Apr 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass99,077 miles (+726)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    99,077 miles
    Test number
    826754422174
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass98,351 miles (+752)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    98,351 miles
    Test number
    121263987366
    • AdvisoryAdvise under body surface corrosion

  3. Pass97,599 miles (+980)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    97,599 miles
    Test number
    120152443758
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both to hoses (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle corroded

  4. Pass96,619 miles (+4,265)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    96,619 miles
    Test number
    634467274849
    • MinorFront Windscreen excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass92,354 miles (+3,312)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    92,354 miles
    Test number
    432183090871
    • MinorWindscreen excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Pass89,042 miles (+1,961)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    89,042 miles
    Test number
    548723577149
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySubframe mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive subframe protection plate/undertray (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  7. Pass87,081 miles (+2,666)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    87,081 miles
    Test number
    981833183033
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive guard/subframe (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  8. Pass84,415 miles (+5,248)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    84,415 miles
    Test number
    249991050500
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle body has slight corrosion
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  9. Pass79,167 miles (+11,332)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    79,167 miles
    Test number
    513360344975
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded all (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel both sides (3.1.6b)

  10. Pass67,835 miles (+3,535)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    67,835 miles
    Test number
    249400424681
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both front (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear at rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySlight play at both front suspension arm rear bushes

  11. Pass64,300 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    64,300 miles
    Test number
    846961659527

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail64,300 miles (+6,012)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,300 miles
    Test number
    958938325853
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

  13. Pass58,288 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    58,288 miles
    Test number
    398486194264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail58,286 miles (+5,116)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,286 miles
    Test number
    317755794408
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass53,170 miles (+4,329)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    53,170 miles
    Test number
    818781483297
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass48,841 miles (+4,989)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    48,841 miles
    Test number
    397694832416

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass43,852 miles (+5,101)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    43,852 miles
    Test number
    388923971178
    • NoteBoth front tyres starting to wear on inner edges

  18. Pass38,751 miles (+5,520)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    38,751 miles
    Test number
    692521710186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass33,231 miles (+8,251)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    33,231 miles
    Test number
    574204209111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass24,980 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    24,980 miles
    Test number
    883905698082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S3 HXN

Does S3 HXN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S3 HXN is valid until 18 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on S3 HXN?
The MOT on S3 HXN is valid until 18 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S3 HXN done?
S3 HXN was recorded at 99,077 miles at its MOT on 19 Sept 2026, an average of 4,014 miles a year.
Has S3 HXN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S3 HXN has failed 2 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Oct 2015.
Has the mileage on S3 HXN 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 S3 HXN find?
S3 HXN passed its latest MOT on 19 Sept 2026 with 2 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; rear suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened.

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