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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Diesel · 2007 · 2,997 cc

S8 XJTMOT history

S8 XJT is a blue diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 14 Dec 2007. Its MOT is valid until 11 Dec 2026 and it has passed 16 of 18 MOT tests, with 164,190 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Dec 2025.

S8 XJT blue 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 11 Dec 2026
Mileage
164,190 mi
At MOT on 12 Dec 2025
MOT tests
18
16 passed · 2 failed
Per year
8,419 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S8 XJT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,997 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
14 Dec 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
12 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S8 XJT was last recorded at 164,190 miles on 12 Dec 2025, 6,516 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Dec 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 7 Dec 2011: 4,598 miles, lower than 37,510 miles on 25 Nov 2010.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
157,674 miles · 6 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
6,516 miles
Average per year
8,419 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 164,190 miles
  • 2024 – 157,674 miles
  • 2023 – 152,010 miles
  • 2022 – 146,139 miles
  • 2021 – 138,538 miles
  • 2020 – 126,742 miles
  • 2019 – 122,306 miles
  • 2018 – 119,283 miles
  • 2017 – 112,676 miles
  • 2016 – 98,883 miles
  • 2015 – 86,710 miles
  • 2014 – 71,575 miles
  • 2013 – 54,498 miles
  • 2012 – 51,471 miles
  • 2011 – 4,598 miles
  • 2010 – 37,510 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass164,190 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNot all testable items visible

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Front or rear under tray fitted some testable items not visible

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2020

Full MOT history

18 tests since 25 Nov 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass164,190 miles (+6,516)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    164,190 miles
    Test number
    937469225278
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNot all testable items visible
  2. Pass157,674 miles (+5,664)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    157,674 miles
    Test number
    517821698449
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view lower edge (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront or rear under tray fitted some testable items not visible
  3. Pass152,010 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    152,010 miles
    Test number
    659262274016
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Fail152,010 miles (+5,871)3 dangerous1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,010 miles
    Test number
    420852266708
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass146,139 miles (+7,601)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    146,139 miles
    Test number
    665804622614
    • AdvisoryFront or rear under tray fitted some testable items not visible
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  6. Pass138,538 miles (+11,796)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    138,538 miles
    Test number
    662989859361
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  7. Pass126,742 miles (+4,436)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    126,742 miles
    Test number
    569527626590
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Pass122,306 miles (+3,023)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    122,306 miles
    Test number
    540999106427
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  9. Pass119,283 miles (+6,607)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    119,283 miles
    Test number
    426532773715
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  10. Pass112,676 miles (+13,793)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    112,676 miles
    Test number
    850681868554
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  11. Pass98,883 miles (+12,173)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    98,883 miles
    Test number
    859754689764
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush outer (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush outer (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySmoke level low no print out
  12. Pass86,710 miles (+15,135)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    86,710 miles
    Test number
    335426035423

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass71,575 miles (+17,077)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    71,575 miles
    Test number
    627926424273
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn on both edges + 3mm
    • NoteOffside front tyre bald on inner edge + Small cuts + 3mm
  14. Pass54,498 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    54,498 miles
    Test number
    357693933482

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail54,487 miles (+3,016)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,487 miles
    Test number
    217006623218
    • FailureOffside Rear Road wheel fractured (4.2.B.1a)
    • NoteN/s/r wheel has had a crack welded
  16. Pass51,471 miles (+46,873)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    51,471 miles
    Test number
    455339742466
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  17. Pass4,598 miles (-32,912)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    4,598 miles
    Test number
    736161341392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass37,510 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    37,510 miles
    Test number
    532899320351

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S8 XJT

Does S8 XJT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S8 XJT is valid until 11 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on S8 XJT?
The MOT on S8 XJT is valid until 11 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S8 XJT done?
S8 XJT was recorded at 164,190 miles at its MOT on 12 Dec 2025, an average of 8,419 miles a year.
Has S8 XJT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S8 XJT has failed 2 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on S8 XJT ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 7 Dec 2011. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S8 XJT find?
S8 XJT passed its latest MOT on 12 Dec 2025 with 2 advisories: rear brake pad(s) wearing thin; not all testable items visible.

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