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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 2,993 cc

S44 KDRMOT history

S44 KDR is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 18 Jun 2008. Its MOT is valid until 5 Dec 2026 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 146,675 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Dec 2025.

S44 KDR black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 5 Dec 2026
Mileage
146,675 mi
At MOT on 6 Dec 2025
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,809 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S44 KDR
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
18 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
6 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S44 KDR was last recorded at 146,675 miles on 6 Dec 2025, 7,892 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
138,783 miles · 23 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
7,892 miles
Average per year
6,809 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 146,675 miles
  • 2024 – 138,783 miles
  • 2023 – 133,249 miles
  • 2021 – 121,179 miles
  • 2020 – 111,825 miles
  • 2019 – 105,795 miles
  • 2018 – 97,896 miles
  • 2017 – 86,565 miles
  • 2016 – 82,337 miles
  • 2015 – 75,570 miles
  • 2014 – 67,214 miles
  • 2013 – 60,454 miles
  • 2012 – 54,357 miles
  • 2011 – 48,262 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass146,675 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened All (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryChip in windscreen
  • AdvisorySurface corrosion on under body

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 Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement very front arm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement very front arm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

19 tests since 24 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass146,675 miles (+7,892)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    146,675 miles
    Test number
    150743186382
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened All (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryChip in windscreen
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion on under body

  2. Pass138,783 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    138,783 miles
    Test number
    814260372090
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail138,783 miles (+5,534)3 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,783 miles
    Test number
    668746534557
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass133,249 miles (+3,941)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    133,249 miles
    Test number
    875782603873
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass129,308 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    129,308 miles
    Test number
    698303646063
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail129,308 miles (+8,129)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,308 miles
    Test number
    777386834852
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass121,179 miles (+9,354)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    121,179 miles
    Test number
    891387342005
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass111,825 miles (+6,030)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    111,825 miles
    Test number
    858568288851

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass105,795 miles (+6)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    105,795 miles
    Test number
    461133330974
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement very front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement very front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Fail105,789 miles (+7,893)1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,789 miles
    Test number
    235212522570
    • DangerousNearside Rear Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement very front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear shock absorber shaft corroded at top
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement very front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass97,896 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    97,896 miles
    Test number
    668431946852
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  12. Fail97,896 miles (+11,331)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,896 miles
    Test number
    263797314673
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass86,565 miles (+4,228)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    86,565 miles
    Test number
    867977715524
    • AdvisoryEngine cover & under tray fitted

  14. Pass82,337 miles (+6,767)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    82,337 miles
    Test number
    151491577844

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass75,570 miles (+8,356)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    75,570 miles
    Test number
    116973475159
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  16. Pass67,214 miles (+6,760)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    67,214 miles
    Test number
    106493254169
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass60,454 miles (+6,097)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    60,454 miles
    Test number
    926958363168
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Pass54,357 miles (+6,095)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    54,357 miles
    Test number
    125665962158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass48,262 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    48,262 miles
    Test number
    955675171136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S44 KDR

Does S44 KDR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S44 KDR is valid until 5 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on S44 KDR?
The MOT on S44 KDR is valid until 5 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S44 KDR done?
S44 KDR was recorded at 146,675 miles at its MOT on 6 Dec 2025, an average of 6,809 miles a year.
Has S44 KDR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S44 KDR has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on S44 KDR 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 KDR find?
S44 KDR passed its latest MOT on 6 Dec 2025 with 8 advisories: brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule; nearside front anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened; oil leak, but not excessive, and 5 more.

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