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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 2,979 cc

S8 LPXMOT history

S8 LPX is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 19 Sept 2002. Its MOT is valid until 6 Jan 2027 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 87,131 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Dec 2025.

S8 LPX 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 6 Jan 2027
Mileage
87,131 mi
At MOT on 15 Dec 2025
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,686 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S8 LPX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
19 Sept 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S8 LPX was last recorded at 87,131 miles on 15 Dec 2025, 1,489 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
85,642 miles · 18 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
1,489 miles
Average per year
3,686 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 87,131 miles
  • 2024 – 85,642 miles
  • 2023 – 83,205 miles
  • 2022 – 81,382 miles
  • 2020 – 74,870 miles
  • 2018 – 67,918 miles
  • 2017 – 63,469 miles
  • 2016 – 61,228 miles
  • 2015 – 57,502 miles
  • 2014 – 51,443 miles
  • 2013 – 46,080 miles
  • 2012 – 40,588 miles
  • 2011 – 36,936 miles
  • 2010 – 31,687 miles
  • 2009 – 27,584 miles
  • 2008 – 23,769 miles
  • 2007 – 19,497 miles
  • 2006 – 16,178 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass87,131 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2017
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2024

  • Nearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Offside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

25 tests since 15 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass87,131 miles (+1,489)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    87,131 miles
    Test number
    944771501990
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))

  2. Pass85,642 miles (+2,437)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    85,642 miles
    Test number
    436440357576
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass83,205 miles (+1,823)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    83,205 miles
    Test number
    233697580283

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass81,382 miles (+3,724)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    81,382 miles
    Test number
    968854100034
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass77,658 miles (+2,788)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    77,658 miles
    Test number
    703069821828

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass74,870 miles (+2,924)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    74,870 miles
    Test number
    963690807343

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass71,946 miles (+4,028)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    71,946 miles
    Test number
    923357152715
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass67,918 miles (+4,449)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    67,918 miles
    Test number
    621210240420

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass63,469 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    63,469 miles
    Test number
    119731919065
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  10. Fail63,469 miles (+2,241)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,469 miles
    Test number
    310610661981
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Pass61,228 miles (+3,726)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    61,228 miles
    Test number
    911513105716

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass57,502 miles (+6,059)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    57,502 miles
    Test number
    659113358515
    • DangerousBoth front tyres are worn below the legal tread depth limit on the inner edges.
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres are worn on the inner edges.

  13. Pass51,443 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    51,443 miles
    Test number
    497213124355

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail51,442 miles (+5,362)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,442 miles
    Test number
    255663024311
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureNearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureOffside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

  15. Pass46,080 miles (+5,492)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    46,080 miles
    Test number
    527622823359
    • NoteOffside front door mirror has temporary repair

  16. Pass40,588 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    40,588 miles
    Test number
    529315222399

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail40,588 miles (+3,652)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,588 miles
    Test number
    256640322354
    • FailureOffside Front Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

  18. Pass36,936 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    36,936 miles
    Test number
    188279111376
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

  19. Fail36,936 miles (+5,249)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,936 miles
    Test number
    647396911387
    • FailureOffside Parking brake is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (3.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

  20. Pass31,687 miles (+4,103)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    31,687 miles
    Test number
    434450880224
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass27,584 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    27,584 miles
    Test number
    712268659275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail27,584 miles (+3,815)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,584 miles
    Test number
    714448659217
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  23. Pass23,769 miles (+4,272)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    23,769 miles
    Test number
    450753958271
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  24. Pass19,497 miles (+3,319)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    19,497 miles
    Test number
    904145157291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass16,178 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    16,178 miles
    Test number
    854458156266
    • NoteVarious minor cuts in all four tyre side walls

Questions about S8 LPX

Does S8 LPX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S8 LPX is valid until 6 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on S8 LPX?
The MOT on S8 LPX is valid until 6 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S8 LPX done?
S8 LPX was recorded at 87,131 miles at its MOT on 15 Dec 2025, an average of 3,686 miles a year.
Has S8 LPX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S8 LPX has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Dec 2017.
Has the mileage on S8 LPX 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 LPX find?
S8 LPX passed its latest MOT on 15 Dec 2025 with 7 advisories: front oil leak, but not excessive; nearside front play in steering rack inner joint(s); nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 4 more.

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