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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2007 · 2,979 cc

S8 YKYMOT history

S8 YKY is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 24 Mar 2007. Its MOT is valid until 17 Jun 2027 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 98,113 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Jun 2026.

S8 YKY 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 17 Jun 2027
Mileage
98,113 mi
At MOT on 18 Jun 2026
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,014 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S8 YKY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
24 Mar 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S8 YKY was last recorded at 98,113 miles on 18 Jun 2026, 3,150 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
94,963 miles · 12 May 2025
Between the last two tests
3,150 miles
Average per year
5,014 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 98,113 miles
  • 2025 – 94,963 miles
  • 2024 – 90,239 miles
  • 2023 – 81,573 miles
  • 2022 – 76,211 miles
  • 2021 – 69,786 miles
  • 2020 – 64,981 miles
  • 2019 – 59,789 miles
  • 2018 – 56,765 miles
  • 2017 – 55,583 miles
  • 2016 – 54,771 miles
  • 2015 – 51,383 miles
  • 2014 – 45,835 miles
  • 2013 – 37,324 miles
  • 2012 – 26,881 miles
  • 2011 – 21,040 miles
  • 2010 – 16,257 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass98,113 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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 TYRE KERBING BAND DAMAGED

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • SLIGHT BRAKE BIND AT N/S/R

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2014

Full MOT history

25 tests since 19 Feb 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass98,113 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    98,113 miles
    Test number
    116350045702
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail98,113 miles (+3,150)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,113 miles
    Test number
    358800085582
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass94,963 miles (+4,724)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2026
    Odometer
    94,963 miles
    Test number
    319031046432
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass90,239 miles (+8,666)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2025
    Odometer
    90,239 miles
    Test number
    408913645325
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass81,573 miles (+5,362)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2024
    Odometer
    81,573 miles
    Test number
    402891657989

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass76,211 miles (+6,425)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    76,211 miles
    Test number
    633964654347
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass69,786 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    69,786 miles
    Test number
    721665410721
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail69,786 miles (+4,805)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,786 miles
    Test number
    942531490218
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass64,981 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    64,981 miles
    Test number
    588032097349
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear TYRE KERBING BAND DAMAGED

  10. Fail64,981 miles (+5,192)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,981 miles
    Test number
    495817173124
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear TYRE KERBING BAND DAMAGED

  11. Pass59,789 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    59,789 miles
    Test number
    881600376555

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail59,789 miles (+3,024)3 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,789 miles
    Test number
    185889981803
    • 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))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

  13. Pass56,765 miles (+1,182)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    56,765 miles
    Test number
    152890356003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass55,583 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    55,583 miles
    Test number
    578430425376
    • AdvisorySLIGHT BRAKE BIND AT N/S/R

  15. Fail55,583 miles (+812)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,583 miles
    Test number
    419719402474
    • FailureNearside Outer Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisorySLIGHT BRAKE BIND AT N/S/R

  16. Pass54,771 miles (+326)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    54,771 miles
    Test number
    398103989682

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail54,445 miles (+3,062)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,445 miles
    Test number
    865261320016
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

  18. Pass51,383 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    51,383 miles
    Test number
    958114165055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail51,382 miles (+5,547)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,382 miles
    Test number
    428463265079
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass45,835 miles (+8,511)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    45,835 miles
    Test number
    256226974038
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass37,324 miles (+10,443)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    37,324 miles
    Test number
    145486363020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass26,881 miles (+5,841)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    26,881 miles
    Test number
    506195562018
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteN/S/F tyre wearing on edges
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  23. Pass21,040 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    21,040 miles
    Test number
    577816771038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail21,040 miles (+4,783)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,040 miles
    Test number
    116083861037
    • FailureOffside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)

  25. Pass16,257 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    16,257 miles
    Test number
    114990450023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S8 YKY

Does S8 YKY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S8 YKY is valid until 17 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on S8 YKY?
The MOT on S8 YKY is valid until 17 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S8 YKY done?
S8 YKY was recorded at 98,113 miles at its MOT on 18 Jun 2026, an average of 5,014 miles a year.
Has S8 YKY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S8 YKY has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on S8 YKY 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 YKY find?
S8 YKY passed its latest MOT on 18 Jun 2026 with 3 advisories: front brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides; front play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides; oil leak, but not excessive.

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