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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

S8 YHCMOT history

S8 YHC is a blue diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 22 Mar 2012. Its MOT is valid until 21 Apr 2027 and it has passed 12 of 18 MOT tests, with 119,520 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Apr 2026.

S8 YHC 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 21 Apr 2027
Mileage
119,520 mi
At MOT on 22 Apr 2026
MOT tests
18
12 passed · 6 failed
Per year
8,040 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S8 YHC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
22 Mar 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S8 YHC was last recorded at 119,520 miles on 22 Apr 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
119,520 miles · 20 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
8,040 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 119,520 miles
  • 2025 – 114,477 miles
  • 2024 – 108,646 miles
  • 2023 – 96,884 miles
  • 2022 – 87,753 miles
  • 2021 – 76,559 miles
  • 2020 – 69,307 miles
  • 2019 – 66,561 miles
  • 2018 – 58,476 miles
  • 2017 – 49,412 miles
  • 2016 – 39,496 miles
  • 2015 – 29,956 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass119,520 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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2022–2024

Full MOT history

18 tests since 2 Mar 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass119,520 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    119,520 miles
    Test number
    950394838599

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail119,520 miles (+5,043)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,520 miles
    Test number
    514975411049
    • DangerousNearside Rear Road wheel has a welding defect repair weld cracking (5.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords in tread 255/30/r19 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  3. Pass114,477 miles (+192)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    114,477 miles
    Test number
    780166752428

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail114,285 miles (+5,639)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,285 miles
    Test number
    647938800205
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
  5. Pass108,646 miles (+3)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    108,646 miles
    Test number
    235543764401
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  6. Fail108,643 miles (+11,759)4 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,643 miles
    Test number
    210772007408
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 225/35 R19 88Y RF (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  7. Pass96,884 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    96,884 miles
    Test number
    559301294194
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  8. Fail96,884 miles (+9,131)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,884 miles
    Test number
    874071055353
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  9. Pass87,753 miles (+11,194)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    87,753 miles
    Test number
    355838170190
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both wearing on edges (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Pass76,559 miles (+7,252)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    76,559 miles
    Test number
    777496027458

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass69,307 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    69,307 miles
    Test number
    800984256598

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail69,307 miles (+2,746)3 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,307 miles
    Test number
    429474321532
    • 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 Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  13. Pass66,561 miles (+8,085)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    66,561 miles
    Test number
    528641642046
    • AdvisoryAll 4 tyres starting to crack slightly within the tread on the inner and outer edges
    • AdvisoryAll 4 tyres wearing on inner edges
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  14. Pass58,476 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    58,476 miles
    Test number
    284458552847
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  15. Fail58,476 miles (+9,064)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,476 miles
    Test number
    128171430373
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  16. Pass49,412 miles (+9,916)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    49,412 miles
    Test number
    940381706712
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  17. Pass39,496 miles (+9,540)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    39,496 miles
    Test number
    161016218949
    • AdvisoryN/S/F inner wheel rim slightly buckled
  18. Pass29,956 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    29,956 miles
    Test number
    119581765014
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about S8 YHC

Does S8 YHC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S8 YHC is valid until 21 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on S8 YHC?
The MOT on S8 YHC is valid until 21 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S8 YHC done?
S8 YHC was recorded at 119,520 miles at its MOT on 22 Apr 2026, an average of 8,040 miles a year.
Has S8 YHC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S8 YHC has failed 6 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on S8 YHC 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 YHC find?
S8 YHC passed its latest MOT on 22 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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