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BMW 3 Series

White · Petrol · 2009 · 2,996 cc

SAM 600MOT history

SAM 600 is a white petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 13 Mar 2009. Its MOT is valid until 27 Mar 2027 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 60,395 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Mar 2026.

SAM 600 white 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 27 Mar 2027
Mileage
60,395 mi
At MOT on 26 Mar 2026
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,898 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
SAM 600
Registration format
Dateless
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,996 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
13 Mar 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

SAM 600 was last recorded at 60,395 miles on 26 Mar 2026, 1,815 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
58,580 miles · 28 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
1,815 miles
Average per year
2,898 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 60,395 miles
  • 2025 – 58,580 miles
  • 2024 – 57,020 miles
  • 2023 – 53,739 miles
  • 2022 – 50,357 miles
  • 2021 – 46,090 miles
  • 2020 – 43,329 miles
  • 2019 – 40,491 miles
  • 2018 – 38,226 miles
  • 2017 – 33,147 miles
  • 2016 – 31,120 miles
  • 2015 – 27,698 miles
  • 2014 – 25,937 miles
  • 2013 – 23,481 miles
  • 2012 – 19,716 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass60,395 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All 4 discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both hoses (1.1.12 (f) (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.

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All 4 brake discs

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

21 tests since 12 Mar 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass60,395 miles (+1,815)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    60,395 miles
    Test number
    150081875485
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All 4 discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both hoses (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  2. Pass58,580 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    58,580 miles
    Test number
    846741341978
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All 4 brake discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Fail58,580 miles (+1,560)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,580 miles
    Test number
    571423798251
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All 4 brake discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass57,020 miles1 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    57,020 miles
    Test number
    808090457775
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged Chromatic glass slightly blown (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad sensor incorrectly routed
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail57,020 miles (+3,281)2 repaired1 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,020 miles
    Test number
    762770073777
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged Chromatic glass slightly blown (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad sensor incorrectly routed
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass53,739 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    53,739 miles
    Test number
    634625802275
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail53,739 miles (+3,382)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,739 miles
    Test number
    305820982470
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass50,357 miles (+4,267)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    50,357 miles
    Test number
    461337089674
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass46,090 miles (+2,761)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    46,090 miles
    Test number
    104928858933
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front lower arm inner bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front and perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass43,329 miles (+2,838)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    43,329 miles
    Test number
    718058831113
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass40,491 miles (+2,265)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    40,491 miles
    Test number
    662676485112
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass38,226 miles (+5,079)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    38,226 miles
    Test number
    946405586650

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass33,147 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    33,147 miles
    Test number
    543549733409

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail33,147 miles (+2,027)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,147 miles
    Test number
    319543700912
    • Repaired at testParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  15. Pass31,120 miles (+3,422)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    31,120 miles
    Test number
    136842202031
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  16. Pass27,698 miles (+1,761)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    27,698 miles
    Test number
    358758855099
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass25,937 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    25,937 miles
    Test number
    357299054002
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Fail25,937 miles (+2,456)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,937 miles
    Test number
    287208354078
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass23,481 miles (+3,765)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    23,481 miles
    Test number
    926250373025
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  20. Pass19,716 miles1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    19,716 miles
    Test number
    156804472423
    • DangerousAll 4 tyres heavilly worn on inner edges and likely to split.

  21. Fail19,716 miles2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,716 miles
    Test number
    415602472043
    • DangerousAll 4 tyres heavilly worn on inner edges and likely to split.
    • DangerousOffside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)

Questions about SAM 600

What vehicle is registration SAM 600 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show SAM 600 on a white petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 13 Mar 2009. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does SAM 600 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on SAM 600 is valid until 27 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on SAM 600?
The MOT on SAM 600 is valid until 27 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has SAM 600 done?
SAM 600 was recorded at 60,395 miles at its MOT on 26 Mar 2026, an average of 2,898 miles a year.
Has SAM 600 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. SAM 600 has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on SAM 600 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 SAM 600 find?
SAM 600 passed its latest MOT on 26 Mar 2026 with 2 advisories: brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 discs; central rear brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both hoses.

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