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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2008 · 2,171 cc

S90 NKYMOT history

S90 NKY is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 1 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 16 Apr 2027 and it has passed 16 of 26 MOT tests, with 75,035 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Apr 2026.

S90 NKY silver BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 16 Apr 2027
Mileage
75,035 mi
At MOT on 13 Apr 2026
MOT tests
26
16 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,017 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S90 NKY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,171 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
1 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S90 NKY was last recorded at 75,035 miles on 13 Apr 2026, 5,108 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
69,927 miles · 11 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
5,108 miles
Average per year
4,017 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 75,035 miles
  • 2025 – 69,927 miles
  • 2024 – 67,517 miles
  • 2023 – 64,989 miles
  • 2022 – 60,579 miles
  • 2021 – 56,795 miles
  • 2020 – 52,785 miles
  • 2019 – 48,769 miles
  • 2018 – 44,646 miles
  • 2017 – 42,176 miles
  • 2016 – 38,047 miles
  • 2015 – 32,757 miles
  • 2014 – 28,884 miles
  • 2013 – 23,006 miles
  • 2012 – 18,378 miles
  • 2011 – 14,071 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass75,035 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases FRONT FLEX (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryREAR SUB-FRAME CORRODED

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.

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure5 MOTs, 2011–2018

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front disc inner face have rust lip

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Outer Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear subframe surface corrosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

26 tests since 7 Feb 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass75,035 miles (+5,108)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    75,035 miles
    Test number
    196378646444
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases FRONT FLEX (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryREAR SUB-FRAME CORRODED

  2. Pass69,927 miles (+2,410)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    69,927 miles
    Test number
    178713238446
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear SUBFRAME CORRODED

  3. Pass67,517 miles (+2,528)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    67,517 miles
    Test number
    716294669792
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside corroded

  4. Pass64,989 miles (+8)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    64,989 miles
    Test number
    527099991009
    • MinorOffside Rear Outer Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front disc inner face have rust lip (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySubframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear subframe surface corrosion (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Fail64,981 miles (+4,402)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,981 miles
    Test number
    671251255044
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MinorOffside Rear Outer Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front disc inner face have rust lip (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySubframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear subframe surface corrosion (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Pass60,579 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    60,579 miles
    Test number
    712110431077
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Fail60,579 miles (+3,784)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,579 miles
    Test number
    562849322377
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass56,795 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    56,795 miles
    Test number
    307923994574

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail56,790 miles (+4,005)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,790 miles
    Test number
    753113639952
    • MajorNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  10. Pass52,785 miles (+76)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    52,785 miles
    Test number
    978917304460
    • AdvisoryHeat shield loose at rear.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  11. Fail52,709 miles (+3,940)3 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,709 miles
    Test number
    828936607247
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeat shield loose at rear.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  12. Pass48,769 miles (+4,123)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    48,769 miles
    Test number
    864771822227
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays engine covers fitted covering components

  13. Pass44,646 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    44,646 miles
    Test number
    923184528903
    • AdvisoryUnder trays / engine covers fitted covering components

  14. Fail44,641 miles (+2,465)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,641 miles
    Test number
    778323017015
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays / engine covers fitted covering components

  15. Pass42,176 miles (+4,129)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    42,176 miles
    Test number
    628857419927
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slight corrosion (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted covering components
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted covering components

  16. Pass38,047 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    38,047 miles
    Test number
    250065305374
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted covering components
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted covering components

  17. Fail38,047 miles (+5,290)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,047 miles
    Test number
    980483796396
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted covering components
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted covering components

  18. Pass32,757 miles (+3,873)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    32,757 miles
    Test number
    877038455096
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass28,884 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    28,884 miles
    Test number
    107649654082
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Fail28,880 miles (+5,874)3 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,880 miles
    Test number
    179009054047
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBonnet catch tight to open/close

  21. Pass23,006 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    23,006 miles
    Test number
    677776843078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail22,997 miles (+4,619)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,997 miles
    Test number
    858815643026
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  23. Pass18,378 miles (+29)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    18,378 miles
    Test number
    199598732498

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail18,349 miles (+4,278)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,349 miles
    Test number
    886527332048
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  25. Pass14,071 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    14,071 miles
    Test number
    419378131010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail14,056 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,056 miles
    Test number
    877168331040
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Questions about S90 NKY

Does S90 NKY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S90 NKY is valid until 16 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on S90 NKY?
The MOT on S90 NKY is valid until 16 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S90 NKY done?
S90 NKY was recorded at 75,035 miles at its MOT on 13 Apr 2026, an average of 4,017 miles a year.
Has S90 NKY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S90 NKY has failed 10 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Apr 2023.
Has the mileage on S90 NKY 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 S90 NKY find?
S90 NKY passed its latest MOT on 13 Apr 2026 with 3 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flex; offside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; rear sub-frame corroded.

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