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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2008 · 1,995 cc

S90 THUMOT history

S90 THU is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 9 Jul 2008. Its MOT is valid until 4 Dec 2026 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 105,360 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Nov 2025.

S90 THU silver 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 4 Dec 2026
Mileage
105,360 mi
At MOT on 12 Nov 2025
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,802 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S90 THU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
9 Jul 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
12 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S90 THU was last recorded at 105,360 miles on 12 Nov 2025, 1,694 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
103,666 miles · 5 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
1,694 miles
Average per year
4,802 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 105,360 miles
  • 2024 – 103,666 miles
  • 2023 – 101,279 miles
  • 2022 – 98,356 miles
  • 2021 – 93,745 miles
  • 2020 – 88,606 miles
  • 2019 – 81,806 miles
  • 2018 – 74,880 miles
  • 2017 – 69,939 miles
  • 2016 – 67,280 miles
  • 2015 – 64,425 miles
  • 2014 – 58,578 miles
  • 2013 – 55,244 miles
  • 2012 – 47,087 miles
  • 2011 – 37,346 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass105,360 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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.

  • Brake hose slightly deteriorated all x 4

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Full under body tray fitted making inspection difficult.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

21 tests since 14 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass105,360 miles (+1,694)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    105,360 miles
    Test number
    326441273446
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  2. Pass103,666 miles (+2,387)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    103,666 miles
    Test number
    557241551944

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass101,279 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    101,279 miles
    Test number
    878056778176
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated all x 4 (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both sides (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both sides (5.3.2 (b))
  4. Fail101,278 miles (+2,922)7 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,278 miles
    Test number
    701235642639
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated all x 4 (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both sides (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both sides (5.3.2 (b))
  5. Pass98,356 miles (+4,611)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    98,356 miles
    Test number
    836754437528
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass93,745 miles (+5,139)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    93,745 miles
    Test number
    968248152577

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass88,606 miles (+6,800)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    88,606 miles
    Test number
    788564153832

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass81,806 miles (+22)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    81,806 miles
    Test number
    666491466956
    • AdvisoryFull under body tray fitted making inspection difficult.
  9. Fail81,784 miles (+6,904)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,784 miles
    Test number
    561098571165
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFull under body tray fitted making inspection difficult.
  10. Pass74,880 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    74,880 miles
    Test number
    671439506571

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail74,878 miles (+4,939)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,878 miles
    Test number
    498030867984
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose leaking on an air braking system (1.1.12 (c) (i))
  12. Pass69,939 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    69,939 miles
    Test number
    215815499541
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryAll 4 brake discs slightly corroded
  13. Fail69,939 miles (+2,659)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,939 miles
    Test number
    226242623960
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  14. Pass67,280 miles (+2,855)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    67,280 miles
    Test number
    422662147095
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
  15. Pass64,425 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    64,425 miles
    Test number
    688336302308

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail64,425 miles (+5,847)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,425 miles
    Test number
    757632838124
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
  17. Pass58,578 miles (+3,334)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    58,578 miles
    Test number
    898416864242
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  18. Pass55,244 miles (+8,157)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    55,244 miles
    Test number
    538904273227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass47,087 miles (+9,741)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    47,087 miles
    Test number
    578071652283
    • NoteFront pads soon
    • NoteOsf tyre has cut in tread below 25mm width
  20. Pass37,346 miles (+1,213)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    37,346 miles
    Test number
    675797571299
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
  21. Pass36,133 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    36,133 miles
    Test number
    898705561119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S90 THU

Does S90 THU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S90 THU is valid until 4 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on S90 THU?
The MOT on S90 THU is valid until 4 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S90 THU done?
S90 THU was recorded at 105,360 miles at its MOT on 12 Nov 2025, an average of 4,802 miles a year.
Has S90 THU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S90 THU has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on S90 THU 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 THU find?
S90 THU passed its latest MOT on 12 Nov 2025 with 4 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; front brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened, and 1 more.

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