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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 2,171 cc

S50 HXDMOT history

S50 HXD is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 1 Mar 2003. Its MOT is valid until 5 Oct 2027 and it has passed 21 of 25 MOT tests, with 120,348 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Oct 2026.

S50 HXD silver BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 5 Oct 2027
Mileage
120,348 mi
At MOT on 3 Oct 2026
MOT tests
25
21 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,151 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S50 HXD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,171 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
1 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S50 HXD was last recorded at 120,348 miles on 3 Oct 2026, 10,524 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
109,824 miles · 6 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
10,524 miles
Average per year
5,151 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 120,348 miles
  • 2025 – 109,824 miles
  • 2024 – 104,215 miles
  • 2023 – 102,578 miles
  • 2022 – 99,899 miles
  • 2021 – 98,199 miles
  • 2020 – 94,965 miles
  • 2019 – 94,917 miles
  • 2018 – 94,216 miles
  • 2017 – 93,734 miles
  • 2016 – 91,425 miles
  • 2015 – 90,669 miles
  • 2014 – 86,424 miles
  • 2013 – 78,446 miles
  • 2012 – 70,654 miles
  • 2010 – 61,737 miles
  • 2009 – 52,141 miles
  • 2008 – 40,046 miles
  • 2007 – 31,331 miles
  • 2006 – 21,615 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass120,348 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides (5.2.3 (e))

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2016

Full MOT history

25 tests since 27 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass120,348 miles (+10,524)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    120,348 miles
    Test number
    269220348899
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass109,824 miles (+75)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    109,824 miles
    Test number
    811639844679

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail109,749 miles (+5,534)5 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,749 miles
    Test number
    191860059557
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  4. Pass104,215 miles (+1,637)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    104,215 miles
    Test number
    467712058075
    • AdvisoryFront propshaft shaftcoupiing deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass102,578 miles (+2,679)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2024
    Odometer
    102,578 miles
    Test number
    677920633476

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass99,899 miles (+1,700)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2023
    Odometer
    99,899 miles
    Test number
    612019233818
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass98,199 miles (+3,234)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    98,199 miles
    Test number
    305211149200
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both side (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • 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 Front axle rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass94,965 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    94,965 miles
    Test number
    821883273422

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail94,965 miles (+48)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,965 miles
    Test number
    460550246714
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

  10. Pass94,917 miles (+701)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    94,917 miles
    Test number
    780538636501

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass94,216 miles (+482)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    94,216 miles
    Test number
    886827661466
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass93,734 miles (+2,309)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    93,734 miles
    Test number
    213862173629
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower wishbone bearing (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.8mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass91,425 miles (+756)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    91,425 miles
    Test number
    855999810516
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass90,669 miles (+4,245)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    90,669 miles
    Test number
    405167725018
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass86,424 miles (+7,978)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    86,424 miles
    Test number
    758183014058
    • NoteDamage to rear bumper o/s sill and to n/s/f bumper
    • NoteO/s/f fog lamp lens cracked
    • NoteOil level on min
    • NoteStone chips in screen zones A and B in spec

  16. Pass78,446 miles (+7,792)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    78,446 miles
    Test number
    415315413012
    • NoteFront pads low
    • NoteStone chip in screen in zone A in spec

  17. Pass70,654 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    70,654 miles
    Test number
    839034702095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail70,654 miles (+8,917)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,654 miles
    Test number
    526614702036
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteWashers weak n/s/r tyre worn on inner edge

  19. Pass61,737 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    61,737 miles
    Test number
    152255210351
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • NoteENGINE OIL LEVEL LOW N/S/F TYRE WORN ON INNER & OUTTER EDGES & CLOSE TO WEAR BANDS O/S/R TYRE CLOSE TO WEAR BANDS

  20. Fail61,737 miles (+9,596)4 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,737 miles
    Test number
    271025510380
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteENGINE OIL LEVEL LOW N/S/F TYRE WORN ON INNER & OUTTER EDGES & CLOSE TO WEAR BANDS O/S/R TYRE CLOSE TO WEAR BANDS

  21. Pass52,141 miles (+12,095)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    52,141 miles
    Test number
    384144019347

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass40,046 miles (+8,715)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    40,046 miles
    Test number
    410356118412

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass31,331 miles (+9,716)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    31,331 miles
    Test number
    920149497232
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass21,615 miles (+7,371)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    21,615 miles
    Test number
    503252316313

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass14,244 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    14,244 miles
    Test number
    722598056024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S50 HXD

Does S50 HXD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S50 HXD is valid until 5 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on S50 HXD?
The MOT on S50 HXD is valid until 5 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S50 HXD done?
S50 HXD was recorded at 120,348 miles at its MOT on 3 Oct 2026, an average of 5,151 miles a year.
Has S50 HXD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S50 HXD has failed 4 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on S50 HXD 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 S50 HXD find?
S50 HXD passed its latest MOT on 3 Oct 2026 with 2 advisories: front brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides; front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides.

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