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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2009 · 1,995 cc

S8 DMYMOT history

S8 DMY is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 3 Jul 2009. Its MOT is valid until 5 Nov 2026 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 120,578 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Nov 2025.

S8 DMY black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 5 Nov 2026
Mileage
120,578 mi
At MOT on 6 Nov 2025
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,709 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S8 DMY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
3 Jul 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
6 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S8 DMY was last recorded at 120,578 miles on 6 Nov 2025, 1,991 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
118,587 miles · 1 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
1,991 miles
Average per year
4,709 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 120,578 miles
  • 2024 – 115,172 miles
  • 2023 – 112,715 miles
  • 2022 – 108,372 miles
  • 2021 – 103,422 miles
  • 2020 – 99,616 miles
  • 2018 – 99,166 miles
  • 2017 – 95,312 miles
  • 2016 – 89,420 miles
  • 2015 – 83,159 miles
  • 2014 – 74,164 miles
  • 2013 – 64,023 miles
  • 2012 – 57,273 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass120,578 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025

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 Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

20 tests since 28 May 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass120,578 miles (+1,991)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    120,578 miles
    Test number
    960129033177
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass118,587 miles (+79)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    118,587 miles
    Test number
    952111575750
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail118,508 miles (+3,336)1 dangerous6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,508 miles
    Test number
    505761425153
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Tyre wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass115,172 miles (+80)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    115,172 miles
    Test number
    450123370461
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge And perishing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  5. Fail115,092 miles (+2,377)2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,092 miles
    Test number
    459882483511
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge And perishing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  6. Pass112,715 miles (+16)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    112,715 miles
    Test number
    912589355263
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened discs lipping (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished and bold on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre perished / cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted covering testable items

  7. Fail112,699 miles (+4,327)1 dangerous1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,699 miles
    Test number
    441243003780
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective rubber seal snapped (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened discs lipping (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished and bold on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre perished / cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted covering testable items

  8. Pass108,372 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    108,372 miles
    Test number
    848573618196
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Close to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Fail108,372 miles (+4,950)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,372 miles
    Test number
    356273658795
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn centre (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Close to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass103,422 miles (+3,806)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    103,422 miles
    Test number
    523468538965
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  11. Pass99,616 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    99,616 miles
    Test number
    770692942756
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  12. Fail99,616 miles (+450)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,616 miles
    Test number
    123816476725
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  13. Pass99,166 miles (+3,854)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2019
    Odometer
    99,166 miles
    Test number
    641120924966

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass95,312 miles (+5,892)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2018
    Odometer
    95,312 miles
    Test number
    127477435536
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  15. Pass89,420 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2017
    Odometer
    89,420 miles
    Test number
    490705188947
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Fail89,420 miles (+6,261)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,420 miles
    Test number
    782063969547
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass83,159 miles (+8,995)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2016
    Odometer
    83,159 miles
    Test number
    818197645133
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass74,164 miles (+10,141)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2015
    Odometer
    74,164 miles
    Test number
    436922944197
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass64,023 miles (+6,750)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2014
    Odometer
    64,023 miles
    Test number
    107973943122
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  20. Pass57,273 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2013
    Odometer
    57,273 miles
    Test number
    609519342197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S8 DMY

Does S8 DMY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S8 DMY is valid until 5 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on S8 DMY?
The MOT on S8 DMY is valid until 5 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S8 DMY done?
S8 DMY was recorded at 120,578 miles at its MOT on 6 Nov 2025, an average of 4,709 miles a year.
Has S8 DMY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S8 DMY has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on S8 DMY 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 DMY find?
S8 DMY passed its latest MOT on 6 Nov 2025 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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