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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Petrol · 2006 · 1,995 cc

S8 BBDMOT history

S8 BBD is a grey petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 21 Jul 2006. Its MOT expired on 25 Aug 2023 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 97,161 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Aug 2022.

S8 BBD grey BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 25 Aug 2023
Mileage
97,161 mi
At MOT on 23 Aug 2022
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,860 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S8 BBD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
21 Jul 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Aug 2023
Latest MOT test
23 Aug 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

S8 BBD was last recorded at 97,161 miles on 23 Aug 2022, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Aug 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,161 miles · 22 Aug 2022
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
5,860 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 97,161 miles
  • 2021 – 88,823 miles
  • 2020 – 82,358 miles
  • 2019 – 76,519 miles
  • 2018 – 70,839 miles
  • 2017 – 64,336 miles
  • 2016 – 57,775 miles
  • 2015 – 54,771 miles
  • 2014 – 50,647 miles
  • 2013 – 47,032 miles
  • 2012 – 42,767 miles
  • 2011 – 37,363 miles
  • 2010 – 29,077 miles
  • 2009 – 20,284 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,161 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral exhaust deterioratedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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 Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

Full MOT history

19 tests since 10 Jul 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass97,161 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    97,161 miles
    Test number
    734479816151
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  2. Fail97,161 miles (+8,338)2 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,161 miles
    Test number
    279482510903
    • DangerousNearside Front Electrical wiring for steering components extremely deteriorated (4.11 (b) (iii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  3. Pass88,823 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    88,823 miles
    Test number
    344101523485
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing outside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing outside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  4. Fail88,823 miles (+6,465)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,823 miles
    Test number
    299891581037
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing outside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing outside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  5. Pass82,358 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    82,358 miles
    Test number
    314164115462
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  6. Fail82,358 miles (+5,839)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,358 miles
    Test number
    760613935912
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  7. Pass76,519 miles (+5,680)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    76,519 miles
    Test number
    920631180501
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  8. Pass70,839 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    70,839 miles
    Test number
    477931477863
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  9. Fail70,839 miles (+6,503)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,839 miles
    Test number
    331638617446
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  10. Pass64,336 miles (+6,561)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    64,336 miles
    Test number
    695562436349
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre as a cut in the side wall
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  11. Pass57,775 miles (+3,004)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    57,775 miles
    Test number
    467345802595

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass54,771 miles (+4,124)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    54,771 miles
    Test number
    741412167357

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass50,647 miles (+3,615)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    50,647 miles
    Test number
    398038234233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass47,032 miles (+4,265)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    47,032 miles
    Test number
    155071533226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass42,767 miles (+5,404)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    42,767 miles
    Test number
    437167832278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass37,363 miles (+26)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    37,363 miles
    Test number
    299811021298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail37,337 miles (+8,260)1 dangerous2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,337 miles
    Test number
    376120721272
    • DangerousOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • Note2x rear tyres wearing uneven
    • NoteIncorrect size tyres froint/rear
  18. Pass29,077 miles (+8,793)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    29,077 miles
    Test number
    984931310299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass20,284 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    20,284 miles
    Test number
    873831299116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S8 BBD

Does S8 BBD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S8 BBD expired on 25 Aug 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S8 BBD?
The MOT on S8 BBD expired on 25 Aug 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S8 BBD done?
S8 BBD was recorded at 97,161 miles at its MOT on 23 Aug 2022, an average of 5,860 miles a year.
Has S8 BBD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S8 BBD has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on S8 BBD 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 S8 BBD find?
S8 BBD passed its latest MOT on 23 Aug 2022 with 4 advisories: central exhaust deteriorated; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; oil leak, but not excessive, and 1 more.

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