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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 2,979 cc

S8 EWDMOT history

S8 EWD is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 30 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 31 Aug 2027 and it has passed 22 of 28 MOT tests, with 90,208 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Aug 2026.

S8 EWD silver BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 31 Aug 2027
Mileage
90,208 mi
At MOT on 10 Aug 2026
MOT tests
28
22 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,858 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S8 EWD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
30 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S8 EWD was last recorded at 90,208 miles on 10 Aug 2026, 82 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
90,126 miles · 7 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
82 miles
Average per year
2,858 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 90,208 miles
  • 2025 – 88,404 miles
  • 2024 – 86,939 miles
  • 2023 – 85,368 miles
  • 2022 – 83,359 miles
  • 2021 – 80,838 miles
  • 2020 – 79,159 miles
  • 2019 – 77,711 miles
  • 2018 – 75,354 miles
  • 2017 – 72,234 miles
  • 2016 – 69,223 miles
  • 2015 – 65,356 miles
  • 2014 – 62,520 miles
  • 2013 – 58,657 miles
  • 2012 – 54,970 miles
  • 2011 – 51,128 miles
  • 2010 – 45,877 miles
  • 2009 – 42,554 miles
  • 2008 – 33,493 miles
  • 2007 – 32,854 miles
  • 2006 – 32,185 miles
  • 2005 – 30,027 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass90,208 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

28 tests since 19 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass90,208 miles (+82)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    90,208 miles
    Test number
    657028862121
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Fail90,126 miles (+1,722)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,126 miles
    Test number
    501745156936
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Pass88,404 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    88,404 miles
    Test number
    548228147854

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail88,404 miles (+1,465)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,404 miles
    Test number
    521879876513
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  5. Pass86,939 miles (+1,571)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    86,939 miles
    Test number
    499423858509

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass85,368 miles (+2,009)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    85,368 miles
    Test number
    611548234468
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  7. Pass83,359 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    83,359 miles
    Test number
    619887723139
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Fail83,359 miles (+2,521)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,359 miles
    Test number
    869827851082
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Pass80,838 miles (+1,679)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    80,838 miles
    Test number
    928350883505

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass79,159 miles (+1,448)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    79,159 miles
    Test number
    434344545981

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass77,711 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    77,711 miles
    Test number
    102982977919

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail77,705 miles (+2,351)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,705 miles
    Test number
    756611278634
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
  13. Pass75,354 miles (+3,120)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    75,354 miles
    Test number
    835921956901

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass72,234 miles (+3,011)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    72,234 miles
    Test number
    168783409848
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  15. Pass69,223 miles (+3,867)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    69,223 miles
    Test number
    865281377629
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both sides (4.1.E.1)
  16. Pass65,356 miles (+2,836)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    65,356 miles
    Test number
    793161114430
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  17. Pass62,520 miles (+3,863)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    62,520 miles
    Test number
    118244844204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass58,657 miles (+63)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    58,657 miles
    Test number
    848431833206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail58,594 miles (+3,624)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,594 miles
    Test number
    195076123277
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
  20. Pass54,970 miles (+27)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    54,970 miles
    Test number
    715117422233
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
  21. Fail54,943 miles (+3,815)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,943 miles
    Test number
    539306222264
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
  22. Pass51,128 miles (+5,251)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    51,128 miles
    Test number
    457634111226
    • NoteRear tyers slight perishing
  23. Pass45,877 miles (+3,323)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    45,877 miles
    Test number
    184381910285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass42,554 miles (+9,061)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    42,554 miles
    Test number
    311305119408

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass33,493 miles (+639)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    33,493 miles
    Test number
    973840578180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass32,854 miles (+669)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    32,854 miles
    Test number
    571199407238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass32,185 miles (+2,158)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    32,185 miles
    Test number
    271232116243
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  28. Pass30,027 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2006
    Odometer
    30,027 miles
    Test number
    263340205214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S8 EWD

Does S8 EWD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S8 EWD is valid until 31 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on S8 EWD?
The MOT on S8 EWD is valid until 31 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S8 EWD done?
S8 EWD was recorded at 90,208 miles at its MOT on 10 Aug 2026, an average of 2,858 miles a year.
Has S8 EWD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S8 EWD has failed 6 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on S8 EWD 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 EWD find?
S8 EWD passed its latest MOT on 10 Aug 2026 with 3 advisories: front coil spring corroded; offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; oil leak, but not excessive.

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