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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Petrol · 2005 · 2,979 cc

S99 BRCMOT history

S99 BRC is a grey petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 29 Sept 2005. Its MOT is valid until 22 May 2027 and it has passed 19 of 23 MOT tests, with 133,253 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 May 2026.

S99 BRC grey 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 22 May 2027
Mileage
133,253 mi
At MOT on 21 May 2026
MOT tests
23
19 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,069 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S99 BRC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
29 Sept 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 May 2027
Latest MOT test
21 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S99 BRC was last recorded at 133,253 miles on 21 May 2026, 4,988 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
128,265 miles · 21 May 2025
Between the last two tests
4,988 miles
Average per year
5,069 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 133,253 miles
  • 2025 – 128,265 miles
  • 2024 – 122,186 miles
  • 2023 – 116,096 miles
  • 2022 – 108,770 miles
  • 2021 – 102,348 miles
  • 2020 – 96,782 miles
  • 2019 – 85,206 miles
  • 2017 – 70,825 miles
  • 2016 – 69,494 miles
  • 2015 – 67,926 miles
  • 2014 – 66,485 miles
  • 2013 – 65,535 miles
  • 2012 – 64,484 miles
  • 2011 – 63,172 miles
  • 2010 – 53,220 miles
  • 2009 – 51,074 miles
  • 2008 – 43,652 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass133,253 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

23 tests since 16 Sept 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass133,253 miles (+4,988)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2027
    Odometer
    133,253 miles
    Test number
    275180831360
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  2. Pass128,265 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2026
    Odometer
    128,265 miles
    Test number
    672476292573
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

  3. Fail128,263 miles (+6,077)1 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,263 miles
    Test number
    765519920895
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

  4. Pass122,186 miles (+26)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2025
    Odometer
    122,186 miles
    Test number
    262958552022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail122,160 miles (+6,064)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,160 miles
    Test number
    168083863386
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorFront Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  6. Pass116,096 miles (+7,326)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    116,096 miles
    Test number
    303550077585
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Perishing. (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Perishing. (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  7. Pass108,770 miles (+6,422)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    108,770 miles
    Test number
    793368496357
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth front flexible brake hoses slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryParking brake has just met the required effort, system may need adjustment or repair.

  8. Pass102,348 miles (+29)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    102,348 miles
    Test number
    117031402852
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail102,319 miles (+5,537)3 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,319 miles
    Test number
    624928157866
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass96,782 miles (+11,576)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    96,782 miles
    Test number
    600931823596
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both front perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated donut (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both rear corroded (5.3.2 (b))

  11. Pass85,206 miles (+14,381)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    85,206 miles
    Test number
    785414138234
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  12. Pass70,825 miles (+1,331)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    70,825 miles
    Test number
    882246610605

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass69,494 miles (+1,568)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    69,494 miles
    Test number
    885060543036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass67,926 miles (+1,441)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    67,926 miles
    Test number
    742589544129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass66,485 miles (+950)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    66,485 miles
    Test number
    886843124363

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass65,535 miles (+1,051)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    65,535 miles
    Test number
    479127533335
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  17. Pass64,484 miles (+1,312)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    64,484 miles
    Test number
    427069132394

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail63,172 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,172 miles
    Test number
    426044231372
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  19. Pass63,172 miles (+2,822)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    63,172 miles
    Test number
    447414531366

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass60,350 miles (+7,130)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    60,350 miles
    Test number
    987845961148
    • NoteRear brake pipes corroded behind plastic coating

  21. Pass53,220 miles (+2,146)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    53,220 miles
    Test number
    233295060110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass51,074 miles (+7,422)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    51,074 miles
    Test number
    554057669209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass43,652 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    43,652 miles
    Test number
    920200968251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S99 BRC

Does S99 BRC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S99 BRC is valid until 22 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on S99 BRC?
The MOT on S99 BRC is valid until 22 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S99 BRC done?
S99 BRC was recorded at 133,253 miles at its MOT on 21 May 2026, an average of 5,069 miles a year.
Has S99 BRC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S99 BRC has failed 4 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 21 May 2025.
Has the mileage on S99 BRC 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 S99 BRC find?
S99 BRC passed its latest MOT on 21 May 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; nearside rear brake hose slightly deteriorated; nearside rear upper suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner bush, and 2 more.

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