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BMW 3 Series

White · Diesel · 2010 · 1,995 cc

S8 VCUMOT history

S8 VCU is a white diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 16 Sept 2010. Its MOT is valid until 10 Oct 2027 and it has passed 14 of 18 MOT tests, with 161,912 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

S8 VCU white BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 10 Oct 2027
Mileage
161,912 mi
At MOT on 1 Oct 2026
MOT tests
18
14 passed · 4 failed
Per year
8,919 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S8 VCU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
16 Sept 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S8 VCU was last recorded at 161,912 miles on 1 Oct 2026, 12 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
161,900 miles · 28 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
12 miles
Average per year
8,919 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 161,912 miles
  • 2025 – 154,196 miles
  • 2024 – 146,409 miles
  • 2023 – 137,904 miles
  • 2022 – 129,019 miles
  • 2021 – 121,657 miles
  • 2020 – 111,310 miles
  • 2019 – 98,522 miles
  • 2018 – 91,114 miles
  • 2017 – 87,010 miles
  • 2016 – 77,801 miles
  • 2015 – 70,783 miles
  • 2014 – 57,401 miles
  • 2013 – 45,968 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass161,912 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair parking brake (1.2.1 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOutstanding recall foundRecorded 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 Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Offside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2018

Full MOT history

18 tests since 1 Oct 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass161,912 miles (+12)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    161,912 miles
    Test number
    404601119600
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair parking brake (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryOutstanding recall found

  2. Fail161,900 miles (+7,704)1 dangerous5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,900 miles
    Test number
    426720467471
    • DangerousNearside Rear Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside 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))
    • AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair parking brake (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryOutstanding recall found

  3. Pass154,196 miles (+7,787)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    154,196 miles
    Test number
    390081275667
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  4. Pass146,409 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    146,409 miles
    Test number
    269010933867
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail146,403 miles (+8,499)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,403 miles
    Test number
    672259487239
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass137,904 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    137,904 miles
    Test number
    598141737876
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  7. Fail137,903 miles (+8,884)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,903 miles
    Test number
    601158682908
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  8. Pass129,019 miles (+7,362)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    129,019 miles
    Test number
    648513783948
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Pass121,657 miles (+10,347)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    121,657 miles
    Test number
    898699508734
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both axle/subframe brake pipes corroded on ends (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass111,310 miles (+12,788)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    111,310 miles
    Test number
    845330682296
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning activated, but all brake pads ok.

  11. Pass98,522 miles (+7,408)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    98,522 miles
    Test number
    284731960912
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass91,114 miles (+4,104)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    91,114 miles
    Test number
    529313413050
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  13. Pass87,010 miles (+9,209)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    87,010 miles
    Test number
    710008352714

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass77,801 miles (+7,018)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    77,801 miles
    Test number
    219355995080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass70,783 miles (+13,382)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    70,783 miles
    Test number
    428952345107
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass57,401 miles (+11,433)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    57,401 miles
    Test number
    138596654100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass45,968 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    45,968 miles
    Test number
    649064073245
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear 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)

  18. Fail45,968 miles1 dangerous3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,968 miles
    Test number
    659504873283
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear 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)
    • NoteTp light on

Questions about S8 VCU

Does S8 VCU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S8 VCU is valid until 10 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on S8 VCU?
The MOT on S8 VCU is valid until 10 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S8 VCU done?
S8 VCU was recorded at 161,912 miles at its MOT on 1 Oct 2026, an average of 8,919 miles a year.
Has S8 VCU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S8 VCU has failed 4 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on S8 VCU 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 VCU find?
S8 VCU passed its latest MOT on 1 Oct 2026 with 3 advisories: rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; service brake requirements only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair parking brake; outstanding recall found.

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