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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Diesel · 2006 · 1,995 cc

S44 ARGMOT history

S44 ARG is a grey diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 29 Sept 2006. Its MOT is valid until 27 Jan 2027 and it has passed 16 of 19 MOT tests, with 111,619 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jan 2026.

S44 ARG grey 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 27 Jan 2027
Mileage
111,619 mi
At MOT on 27 Jan 2026
MOT tests
19
16 passed · 3 failed
Per year
6,380 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S44 ARG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
29 Sept 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S44 ARG was last recorded at 111,619 miles on 27 Jan 2026, 12,527 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
99,092 miles · 28 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
12,527 miles
Average per year
6,380 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 111,619 miles
  • 2025 – 99,092 miles
  • 2023 – 88,974 miles
  • 2022 – 76,548 miles
  • 2021 – 67,739 miles
  • 2020 – 61,400 miles
  • 2019 – 57,220 miles
  • 2018 – 53,059 miles
  • 2017 – 49,421 miles
  • 2015 – 40,761 miles
  • 2013 – 21,249 miles
  • 2012 – 18,697 miles
  • 2011 – 14,332 miles
  • 2010 – 11,135 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass111,619 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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

19 tests since 28 Apr 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass111,619 miles (+12,527)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    111,619 miles
    Test number
    588781966840

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass99,092 miles (+10,118)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    99,092 miles
    Test number
    130143283333

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass88,974 miles (+4,134)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    88,974 miles
    Test number
    985883108240
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  4. Pass84,840 miles (+8,292)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    84,840 miles
    Test number
    350217813967
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  5. Pass76,548 miles (+8,809)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    76,548 miles
    Test number
    148604462050
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  6. Pass67,739 miles (+6,339)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    67,739 miles
    Test number
    781531097162
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  7. Pass61,400 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    61,400 miles
    Test number
    228475790086
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm. (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail61,400 miles (+4,180)2 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,400 miles
    Test number
    594638753132
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Incorrectly fitted bulb. (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm. (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass57,220 miles (+4,161)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    57,220 miles
    Test number
    468634240193
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass53,059 miles (+3,638)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    53,059 miles
    Test number
    261122863122
    • 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)

  11. Pass49,421 miles (+8,660)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    49,421 miles
    Test number
    953644436653

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass40,761 miles (+8,701)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    40,761 miles
    Test number
    697682276397

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass32,060 miles (+10,811)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    32,060 miles
    Test number
    556106915000
    • 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)

  14. Pass21,249 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    21,249 miles
    Test number
    357857613339
    • NoteFront no plate cracked

  15. Fail21,249 miles (+2,552)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,249 miles
    Test number
    758777713334
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront no plate cracked

  16. Pass18,697 miles (+4,365)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    18,697 miles
    Test number
    405130212396
    • AdvisoryInner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  17. Pass14,332 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2012
    Odometer
    14,332 miles
    Test number
    955653721164
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  18. Fail14,332 miles (+3,197)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,332 miles
    Test number
    837388711163
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  19. Pass11,135 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    11,135 miles
    Test number
    730468810137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S44 ARG

Does S44 ARG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S44 ARG is valid until 27 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on S44 ARG?
The MOT on S44 ARG is valid until 27 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S44 ARG done?
S44 ARG was recorded at 111,619 miles at its MOT on 27 Jan 2026, an average of 6,380 miles a year.
Has S44 ARG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S44 ARG has failed 3 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jan 2020.
Has the mileage on S44 ARG 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 S44 ARG find?
S44 ARG passed its latest MOT on 27 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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