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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2011 · 1,995 cc

S8 YXFMOT history

S8 YXF is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 22 Feb 2011. Its MOT is valid until 26 Apr 2027 and it has passed 13 of 17 MOT tests, with 141,267 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Apr 2026.

S8 YXF black 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 26 Apr 2027
Mileage
141,267 mi
At MOT on 27 Apr 2026
MOT tests
17
13 passed · 4 failed
Per year
9,437 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S8 YXF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
22 Feb 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S8 YXF was last recorded at 141,267 miles on 27 Apr 2026, 15,841 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
125,426 miles · 23 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
15,841 miles
Average per year
9,437 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 141,267 miles
  • 2025 – 125,426 miles
  • 2024 – 121,631 miles
  • 2023 – 118,008 miles
  • 2022 – 111,643 miles
  • 2021 – 102,693 miles
  • 2020 – 96,898 miles
  • 2019 – 86,985 miles
  • 2018 – 74,210 miles
  • 2017 – 60,751 miles
  • 2016 – 52,545 miles
  • 2015 – 39,811 miles
  • 2014 – 25,649 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass141,267 miles
  • MinorWindscreen excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2022

Full MOT history

17 tests since 25 Jan 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass141,267 miles (+15,841)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    141,267 miles
    Test number
    349259316224
    • MinorWindscreen excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Pass125,426 miles (+3,795)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    125,426 miles
    Test number
    981490534364
    • MinorDirection indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass121,631 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    121,631 miles
    Test number
    183288894881
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehilce underseal all

  4. Fail121,631 miles (+3,623)1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,631 miles
    Test number
    142296175814
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle under seal

  5. Pass118,008 miles (+6,365)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    118,008 miles
    Test number
    685579591825
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass111,643 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    111,643 miles
    Test number
    133998331523
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail111,643 miles (+8,950)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,643 miles
    Test number
    239875116839
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass102,693 miles (+5,795)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    102,693 miles
    Test number
    956781174677

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass96,898 miles (+9,913)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    96,898 miles
    Test number
    672318912902

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass86,985 miles (+12,775)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    86,985 miles
    Test number
    351712659470
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass74,210 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    74,210 miles
    Test number
    162583187263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail74,210 miles (+13,459)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,210 miles
    Test number
    316102133138
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  13. Pass60,751 miles (+8,206)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    60,751 miles
    Test number
    218654275084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass52,545 miles (+12,734)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    52,545 miles
    Test number
    225145705573
    • AdvisoryFront Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass39,811 miles (+14,162)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    39,811 miles
    Test number
    108501435061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass25,649 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    25,649 miles
    Test number
    326245324047
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail25,649 miles2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,649 miles
    Test number
    378795224063
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about S8 YXF

Does S8 YXF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S8 YXF is valid until 26 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on S8 YXF?
The MOT on S8 YXF is valid until 26 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 YXF done?
S8 YXF was recorded at 141,267 miles at its MOT on 27 Apr 2026, an average of 9,437 miles a year.
Has S8 YXF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S8 YXF has failed 4 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on S8 YXF 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 YXF find?
S8 YXF passed its latest MOT on 27 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: windscreen excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play, and 2 more.

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