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BMW 3 Series

Red · Petrol · 1998 · 2,494 cc

S8 HXAMOT history

S8 HXA is a red petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 30 Sept 1998. Its MOT expired on 18 Jun 2026 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 162,234 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Jun 2025.

S8 HXA red 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 18 Jun 2026
Mileage
162,234 mi
At MOT on 19 Jun 2025
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,955 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S8 HXA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
30 Sept 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Jun 2026
Latest MOT test
19 Jun 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S8 HXA was last recorded at 162,234 miles on 19 Jun 2025, 24 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 May 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
162,210 miles · 7 May 2024
Between the last two tests
24 miles
Average per year
5,955 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 162,234 miles
  • 2024 – 162,210 miles
  • 2022 – 161,621 miles
  • 2020 – 160,324 miles
  • 2018 – 157,315 miles
  • 2017 – 154,297 miles
  • 2016 – 150,436 miles
  • 2015 – 145,818 miles
  • 2014 – 141,152 miles
  • 2013 – 137,229 miles
  • 2012 – 129,439 miles
  • 2011 – 114,588 miles
  • 2010 – 104,830 miles
  • 2009 – 99,240 miles
  • 2008 – 95,361 miles
  • 2007 – 90,846 miles
  • 2006 – 48,307 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass162,234 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Nearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside headlight has a slightly poor beam pattern

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

26 tests since 2 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass162,234 miles (+24)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    162,234 miles
    Test number
    859162827411

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass162,210 miles (+589)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2025
    Odometer
    162,210 miles
    Test number
    710374376576

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass161,621 miles (+1,297)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    161,621 miles
    Test number
    262379402504

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass160,324 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    160,324 miles
    Test number
    101211783307

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail160,324 miles (+246)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,324 miles
    Test number
    120840667468
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  6. Fail160,078 miles (+2,763)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,078 miles
    Test number
    233855869915
    • DangerousRear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced seal (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH NSF/OSF (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm ball joint has slight play BOTH NSF/OSF (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced seal (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Pass157,315 miles (+8)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2019
    Odometer
    157,315 miles
    Test number
    203038789958
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside headlight has a slightly poor beam pattern

  8. Fail157,307 miles (+3,010)7 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,307 miles
    Test number
    143592249322
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush inner joint on suspension arm (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside headlight has a slightly poor beam pattern

  9. Pass154,297 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2018
    Odometer
    154,297 miles
    Test number
    189625591848

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail154,297 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,297 miles
    Test number
    479689383335
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  11. Fail154,297 miles (+3,861)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,297 miles
    Test number
    635692714159
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass150,436 miles (+4,618)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2017
    Odometer
    150,436 miles
    Test number
    588710085400
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  13. Pass145,818 miles (+4,666)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2016
    Odometer
    145,818 miles
    Test number
    245100105424
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  14. Pass141,152 miles (+3)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2015
    Odometer
    141,152 miles
    Test number
    667163794076
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteO/s/f tyre outer sidewall cut

  15. Fail141,149 miles (+3,920)1 dangerous4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,149 miles
    Test number
    435982194067
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteO/s/f tyre outer sidewall cut

  16. Pass137,229 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2014
    Odometer
    137,229 miles
    Test number
    417623203187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail137,228 miles (+7,789)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,228 miles
    Test number
    788652403111
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

  18. Pass129,439 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2013
    Odometer
    129,439 miles
    Test number
    166414802172
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  19. Fail129,439 miles (+14,851)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,439 miles
    Test number
    199564002170
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass114,588 miles (+9,758)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2012
    Odometer
    114,588 miles
    Test number
    207849111481

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass104,830 miles (+5,590)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2011
    Odometer
    104,830 miles
    Test number
    423060220157
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  22. Pass99,240 miles (+3,879)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2010
    Odometer
    99,240 miles
    Test number
    140433699418

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass95,361 miles (+4,515)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2009
    Odometer
    95,361 miles
    Test number
    463746308115
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  24. Pass90,846 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2008
    Odometer
    90,846 miles
    Test number
    393807217150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail90,846 miles (+42,539)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,846 miles
    Test number
    261166817123
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  26. Pass48,307 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2007
    Odometer
    48,307 miles
    Test number
    494192326189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S8 HXA

Does S8 HXA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S8 HXA expired on 18 Jun 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S8 HXA?
The MOT on S8 HXA expired on 18 Jun 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S8 HXA done?
S8 HXA was recorded at 162,234 miles at its MOT on 19 Jun 2025, an average of 5,955 miles a year.
Has S8 HXA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S8 HXA has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jun 2020.
Has the mileage on S8 HXA 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 HXA find?
S8 HXA passed its latest MOT on 19 Jun 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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