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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 1998 · 2,793 cc

S809 ETEMOT history

S809 ETE is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 30 Oct 1998. Its MOT is valid until 27 Feb 2027 and it has passed 21 of 27 MOT tests, with 76,455 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Feb 2026.

S809 ETE 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 27 Feb 2027
Mileage
76,455 mi
At MOT on 12 Feb 2026
MOT tests
27
21 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,906 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S809 ETE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
30 Oct 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S809 ETE was last recorded at 76,455 miles on 12 Feb 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
76,455 miles · 10 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
1,906 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 76,455 miles
  • 2025 – 71,923 miles
  • 2024 – 66,802 miles
  • 2023 – 59,580 miles
  • 2021 – 58,200 miles
  • 2020 – 57,847 miles
  • 2019 – 57,483 miles
  • 2018 – 56,744 miles
  • 2017 – 56,668 miles
  • 2016 – 53,185 miles
  • 2015 – 53,128 miles
  • 2014 – 52,989 miles
  • 2013 – 52,497 miles
  • 2012 – 51,718 miles
  • 2011 – 50,810 miles
  • 2010 – 50,036 miles
  • 2009 – 47,380 miles
  • 2008 – 45,396 miles
  • 2007 – 43,756 miles
  • 2006 – 41,732 miles
  • 2005 – 37,717 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass76,455 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Horn not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

27 tests since 18 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass76,455 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    76,455 miles
    Test number
    296282052309
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail76,455 miles (+4,532)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,455 miles
    Test number
    468555296851
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass71,923 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    71,923 miles
    Test number
    792311097506
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail71,918 miles (+5,116)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,918 miles
    Test number
    482317645862
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass66,802 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    66,802 miles
    Test number
    718950349787

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail66,802 miles (+7,222)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,802 miles
    Test number
    243432392235
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))

  7. Pass59,580 miles (+1,380)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    59,580 miles
    Test number
    241900263902
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass58,200 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    58,200 miles
    Test number
    799449134998
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Fail58,200 miles (+353)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,200 miles
    Test number
    900844026218
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass57,847 miles (+364)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    57,847 miles
    Test number
    963547165196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass57,483 miles (+739)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    57,483 miles
    Test number
    312261175789
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

  12. Pass56,744 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    56,744 miles
    Test number
    741993868399
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  13. Fail56,744 miles (+76)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,744 miles
    Test number
    466532000329
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  14. Pass56,668 miles (+3,483)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    56,668 miles
    Test number
    866226392262
    • AdvisoryENGINE AND UNDER COVERS FITTED

  15. Pass53,185 miles (+57)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    53,185 miles
    Test number
    224391658141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass53,128 miles (+139)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    53,128 miles
    Test number
    225178975509

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass52,989 miles (+492)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    52,989 miles
    Test number
    237707684242
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass52,497 miles (+779)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    52,497 miles
    Test number
    585944793280
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  19. Pass51,718 miles (+908)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    51,718 miles
    Test number
    988264392234
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  20. Pass50,810 miles (+774)2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    50,810 miles
    Test number
    337993191283
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteCondensation in both headlamps
    • NoteFront numberplate cracked
    • NoteNearside front brake binding slightly
    • NoteOffside rear brake pipe corroded slightly

  21. Pass50,036 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    50,036 miles
    Test number
    192860200376
    • NoteFront number plate cracked
    • NoteRear number plate delaminating

  22. Fail50,036 miles (+2,656)2 failures2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,036 miles
    Test number
    341099690452
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront number plate cracked
    • NoteNearside front wiper blade smearing
    • NoteOffside front wiper blade split
    • NoteRear number plate delaminating

  23. Pass47,380 miles (+1,984)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    47,380 miles
    Test number
    810279199200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass45,396 miles (+1,640)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    45,396 miles
    Test number
    253833008396

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass43,756 miles (+2,024)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    43,756 miles
    Test number
    744389897287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass41,732 miles (+4,015)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    41,732 miles
    Test number
    340154696457

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass37,717 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    37,717 miles
    Test number
    344811895403
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Questions about S809 ETE

Does S809 ETE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S809 ETE is valid until 27 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on S809 ETE?
The MOT on S809 ETE is valid until 27 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S809 ETE done?
S809 ETE was recorded at 76,455 miles at its MOT on 12 Feb 2026, an average of 1,906 miles a year.
Has S809 ETE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S809 ETE has failed 6 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on S809 ETE 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 S809 ETE find?
S809 ETE passed its latest MOT on 12 Feb 2026 with 3 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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