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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 1,995 cc

S9 BMXMOT history

S9 BMX is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 10 Jun 2008. Its MOT is valid until 5 Jan 2027 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 114,689 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Jan 2026.

S9 BMX 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 5 Jan 2027
Mileage
114,689 mi
At MOT on 6 Jan 2026
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,045 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S9 BMX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
10 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S9 BMX was last recorded at 114,689 miles on 6 Jan 2026, 7,697 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
106,992 miles · 20 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
7,697 miles
Average per year
6,045 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 114,689 miles
  • 2024 – 106,992 miles
  • 2023 – 99,681 miles
  • 2022 – 94,033 miles
  • 2021 – 84,852 miles
  • 2020 – 83,720 miles
  • 2019 – 78,797 miles
  • 2018 – 73,334 miles
  • 2017 – 68,169 miles
  • 2016 – 60,162 miles
  • 2015 – 52,773 miles
  • 2014 – 46,100 miles
  • 2013 – 40,320 miles
  • 2012 – 34,815 miles
  • 2011 – 26,652 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass114,689 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023

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 Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Center exhaust clamp defective but system still secure

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Nearside and offside

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2019

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and slightly perished - Advise replacement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

19 tests since 15 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass114,689 miles (+7,697)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    114,689 miles
    Test number
    838529813517
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass106,992 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    106,992 miles
    Test number
    167231914233
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail106,992 miles (+7,311)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,992 miles
    Test number
    245884599631
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass99,681 miles (+5,648)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    99,681 miles
    Test number
    193997278894
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass94,033 miles (+9,181)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    94,033 miles
    Test number
    986661270744
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged cover missing (7.1.2 (d))

  6. Pass84,852 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    84,852 miles
    Test number
    282599059070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail84,851 miles (+1,131)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,851 miles
    Test number
    300861541752
    • MajorExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • 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 Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass83,720 miles (+4,923)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    83,720 miles
    Test number
    620529158743
    • AdvisoryCenter exhaust clamp defective but system still secure
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Nearside and offside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner center - Advise replacement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner centre - Advise replacement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt Nearside and offside

  9. Pass78,797 miles (+5,463)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    78,797 miles
    Test number
    519383880355
    • AdvisoryCenter exhaust clamp defective but system still secure
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Nearside and offside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner center (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner center (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass73,334 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    73,334 miles
    Test number
    370392729835
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective Nearside and offside (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and slightly perished - Advise replacement (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Centre (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and slightly perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Centre (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre(s) slightly wearing inner edges

  11. Fail73,334 miles (+5,165)1 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,334 miles
    Test number
    600501542124
    • MajorFront passenger door does not latch securely closed (6.2.3 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective Nearside and offside (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and slightly perished - Advise replacement (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Centre (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and slightly perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Centre (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre(s) slightly wearing inner edges

  12. Pass68,169 miles (+8,007)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    68,169 miles
    Test number
    953708734693
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush Front (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush Front (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass60,162 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    60,162 miles
    Test number
    545754037204
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Borderline (4.1.E.1)

  14. Fail60,162 miles (+7,389)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,162 miles
    Test number
    349269915192
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Borderline (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass52,773 miles (+6,673)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    52,773 miles
    Test number
    189297265160
    • NoteNearside Front tyre worn low on edges
    • NoteOffside Front tyre worn low on edges

  16. Pass46,100 miles (+5,780)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    46,100 miles
    Test number
    219423684485
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  17. Pass40,320 miles (+5,505)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    40,320 miles
    Test number
    267059573455
    • NoteEmissions too clean for smoke meter

  18. Pass34,815 miles (+8,163)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    34,815 miles
    Test number
    178955382132
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEmissions too clean for smoke meter

  19. Pass26,652 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    26,652 miles
    Test number
    255796461171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S9 BMX

Does S9 BMX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S9 BMX is valid until 5 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on S9 BMX?
The MOT on S9 BMX is valid until 5 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S9 BMX done?
S9 BMX was recorded at 114,689 miles at its MOT on 6 Jan 2026, an average of 6,045 miles a year.
Has S9 BMX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S9 BMX has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on S9 BMX 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 S9 BMX find?
S9 BMX passed its latest MOT on 6 Jan 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside rear suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced; offside rear suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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