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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Diesel · 2007 · 1,995 cc

S9 VCAMOT history

S9 VCA is a grey diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 17 Dec 2007. Its MOT is valid until 3 Dec 2026 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 116,951 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Dec 2025.

S9 VCA 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 3 Dec 2026
Mileage
116,951 mi
At MOT on 4 Dec 2025
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,244 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S9 VCA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
17 Dec 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
4 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S9 VCA was last recorded at 116,951 miles on 4 Dec 2025, 427 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Dec 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
116,524 miles · 14 Dec 2022
Between the last two tests
427 miles
Average per year
6,244 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 116,951 miles
  • 2022 – 116,524 miles
  • 2021 – 109,892 miles
  • 2020 – 106,633 miles
  • 2019 – 97,585 miles
  • 2018 – 85,214 miles
  • 2017 – 77,629 miles
  • 2016 – 60,489 miles
  • 2015 – 46,751 miles
  • 2014 – 39,655 miles
  • 2013 – 34,804 miles
  • 2012 – 28,856 miles
  • 2011 – 24,134 miles
  • 2010 – 22,847 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass116,951 miles
  • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened & rears (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively both (1.2.1 (f))

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.

  • Engine covers and undertrays fitted

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2022

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2017

Full MOT history

19 tests since 8 Nov 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass116,951 miles (+427)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    116,951 miles
    Test number
    352049015331
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened & rears (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively both (1.2.1 (f))

  2. Pass116,524 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    116,524 miles
    Test number
    381474874017
    • MinorAll direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute when operated individually (4.4.4 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted

  3. Fail116,524 miles (+6,632)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,524 miles
    Test number
    578283133590
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake excessively fluctuating all brakes (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover & under covers fitted to vehicle

  4. Pass109,892 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    109,892 miles
    Test number
    696089331948
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test air freshener on int mirror
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front & both rear tyres low tread

  5. Fail109,892 miles (+3,259)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,892 miles
    Test number
    128165471160
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test air freshener on int mirror
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front & both rear tyres low tread

  6. Pass106,633 miles (+9,048)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    106,633 miles
    Test number
    939651695654
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated & Rears, All Cracked/Perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder Covers Fitted To Vehicle

  7. Pass97,585 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    97,585 miles
    Test number
    172648869245
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated all 4 (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear and n/s/f (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted

  8. Fail97,585 miles (+12,371)2 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,585 miles
    Test number
    958497976646
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated all 4 (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear and n/s/f (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted

  9. Pass85,214 miles (+7,585)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    85,214 miles
    Test number
    595427291952
    • MinorOffside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake hoses deteriorating
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  10. Pass77,629 miles (+17,140)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    77,629 miles
    Test number
    767926787388
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated and offside front (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened and offside front (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened and offside rear (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted

  11. Pass60,489 miles (+13,738)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    60,489 miles
    Test number
    662417122122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass46,751 miles (+7,096)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    46,751 miles
    Test number
    558790675141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass39,655 miles (+4,851)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    39,655 miles
    Test number
    608227974128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass34,804 miles (+5,948)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    34,804 miles
    Test number
    535026083121
    • 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)

  15. Pass28,856 miles (+4,722)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    28,856 miles
    Test number
    179801572125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass24,134 miles (+51)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    24,134 miles
    Test number
    379740401250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass24,083 miles (+1,236)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    24,083 miles
    Test number
    157161961146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass22,847 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    22,847 miles
    Test number
    214043210375

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail22,847 miles1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,847 miles
    Test number
    402672010419
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre

Questions about S9 VCA

Does S9 VCA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S9 VCA is valid until 3 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on S9 VCA?
The MOT on S9 VCA is valid until 3 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S9 VCA done?
S9 VCA was recorded at 116,951 miles at its MOT on 4 Dec 2025, an average of 6,244 miles a year.
Has S9 VCA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S9 VCA has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on S9 VCA 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 VCA find?
S9 VCA passed its latest MOT on 4 Dec 2025 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: offside rear position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened & rears; rear service brake binding but not excessively both.

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