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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Diesel · 2007 · 2,993 cc

S8 XBMMOT history

S8 XBM is a grey diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 18 May 2007. Its MOT expired on 8 Mar 2023 and it has passed 11 of 16 MOT tests, with 134,000 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Mar 2022.

S8 XBM grey BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 8 Mar 2023
Mileage
134,000 mi
At MOT on 9 Mar 2022
MOT tests
16
11 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,506 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S8 XBM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
18 May 2007
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Mar 2023
Latest MOT test
9 Mar 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

S8 XBM was last recorded at 134,000 miles on 9 Mar 2022, 63 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Feb 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
133,937 miles · 21 Feb 2022
Between the last two tests
63 miles
Average per year
8,506 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 134,000 miles
  • 2021 – 122,093 miles
  • 2019 – 110,921 miles
  • 2018 – 108,224 miles
  • 2017 – 105,064 miles
  • 2016 – 99,101 miles
  • 2014 – 96,153 miles
  • 2013 – 93,726 miles
  • 2012 – 70,077 miles
  • 2011 – 44,488 miles
  • 2010 – 34,210 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass134,000 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.

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Slight damage to the front nearside headlight

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

16 tests since 15 Jun 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass134,000 miles (+63)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    134,000 miles
    Test number
    823239553651

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail133,937 miles (+11,844)3 dangerous9 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,937 miles
    Test number
    317550056187
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  3. Pass122,093 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    122,093 miles
    Test number
    539743323603
    • AdvisorySlight damage to the front nearside headlight

  4. Fail122,091 miles (+11,170)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,091 miles
    Test number
    147305947477
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisorySlight damage to the front nearside headlight

  5. Pass110,921 miles (+2,697)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    110,921 miles
    Test number
    701680441069
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass108,224 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    108,224 miles
    Test number
    317098631882
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  7. Fail108,224 miles (+3,160)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,224 miles
    Test number
    319277535888
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  8. Pass105,064 miles (+5,963)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    105,064 miles
    Test number
    417305184760

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass99,101 miles (+2,948)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    99,101 miles
    Test number
    800879106834
    • AdvisoryAnti-lock braking system wiring damaged but not excessively (3.4.3)

  10. Pass96,153 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    96,153 miles
    Test number
    479615304304
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak

  11. Fail96,149 miles (+2,423)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,149 miles
    Test number
    919135704397
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureFront registration plate missing (6.3.1a)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak

  12. Pass93,726 miles5 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    93,726 miles
    Test number
    487021203414
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteOsf and nsf tyres wearing on inner and outer treads
    • NoteOsr and nsr tyres worn on inner treads
    • NoteSill covers fitted

  13. Fail93,726 miles (+23,649)6 failures1 advisory6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,726 miles
    Test number
    215711303326
    • FailureNearside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteHeadlamp washers not working
    • NoteOsf and nsf tyres wearing on inner and outer treads
    • NoteOsr and nsr tyres worn on inner treads
    • NoteSill covers fitted

  14. Pass70,077 miles (+25,589)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    70,077 miles
    Test number
    897230402388

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass44,488 miles (+10,278)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    44,488 miles
    Test number
    369925061153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass34,210 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    34,210 miles
    Test number
    211756260495

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S8 XBM

Does S8 XBM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S8 XBM expired on 8 Mar 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S8 XBM?
The MOT on S8 XBM expired on 8 Mar 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S8 XBM done?
S8 XBM was recorded at 134,000 miles at its MOT on 9 Mar 2022, an average of 8,506 miles a year.
Has S8 XBM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S8 XBM has failed 5 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on S8 XBM 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 XBM find?
S8 XBM passed its latest MOT on 9 Mar 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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