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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2006 · 2,979 cc

X33 PBSMOT history

X33 PBS is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 12 May 2006. Its MOT is valid until 22 Jan 2027 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 44,305 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jan 2026.

X33 PBS silver BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 22 Jan 2027
Mileage
44,305 mi
At MOT on 15 Jan 2026
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,318 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X33 PBS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
12 May 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X33 PBS was last recorded at 44,305 miles on 15 Jan 2026, 12 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
44,293 miles · 13 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
12 miles
Average per year
2,318 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 44,305 miles
  • 2025 – 42,376 miles
  • 2024 – 40,213 miles
  • 2023 – 38,486 miles
  • 2022 – 36,918 miles
  • 2020 – 36,434 miles
  • 2019 – 33,654 miles
  • 2018 – 31,318 miles
  • 2017 – 28,551 miles
  • 2016 – 24,697 miles
  • 2015 – 21,800 miles
  • 2014 – 18,406 miles
  • 2013 – 14,275 miles
  • 2012 – 9,860 miles
  • 2011 – 9,800 miles
  • 2010 – 7,678 miles
  • 2009 – 6,772 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass44,305 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material inner wing pipe (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Rocker cover gasket and sump gasket (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020–2023

Full MOT history

26 tests since 5 Nov 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass44,305 miles (+12)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    44,305 miles
    Test number
    962161407037
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material inner wing pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Rocker cover gasket and sump gasket (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail44,293 miles (+1,917)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,293 miles
    Test number
    646847151507
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material inner wing pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Rocker cover gasket and sump gasket (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass42,376 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    42,376 miles
    Test number
    269764391296
    • MinorOffside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective small area of screen not being cleared (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 255/55/18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody suspension components corroded

  4. Fail42,369 miles (+2,156)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,369 miles
    Test number
    402684014221
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 255/55/18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody suspension components corroded

  5. Pass40,213 miles (+24)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    40,213 miles
    Test number
    117222198843

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail40,189 miles (+1,703)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,189 miles
    Test number
    220465291201
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

  7. Pass38,486 miles (+1,568)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    38,486 miles
    Test number
    257102294444
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  8. Pass36,918 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    36,918 miles
    Test number
    529952203438
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Fail36,917 miles (+483)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,917 miles
    Test number
    363725253257
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass36,434 miles (+1,065)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    36,434 miles
    Test number
    672749367160
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  11. Pass35,369 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    35,369 miles
    Test number
    803550914029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail35,369 miles (+1,715)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,369 miles
    Test number
    981428810032
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  13. Pass33,654 miles (+2,336)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    33,654 miles
    Test number
    408680953049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass31,318 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    31,318 miles
    Test number
    531964323732

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail31,311 miles (+2,760)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,311 miles
    Test number
    450753529444
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  16. Pass28,551 miles (+3,854)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    28,551 miles
    Test number
    616826264575
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre has small cuts in sidewall
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres low tread

  17. Pass24,697 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    24,697 miles
    Test number
    932397607840
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear wishbone bush (2.4.G.2)

  18. Fail24,686 miles (+2,886)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,686 miles
    Test number
    342778381508
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear wishbone bush (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass21,800 miles (+3,394)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    21,800 miles
    Test number
    239850625080
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass18,406 miles (+4,131)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    18,406 miles
    Test number
    836250014007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass14,275 miles (+4,415)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    14,275 miles
    Test number
    367529103077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass9,860 miles (+60)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    9,860 miles
    Test number
    639063122035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass9,800 miles (+2,122)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    9,800 miles
    Test number
    815209831362

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass7,678 miles (+227)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    7,678 miles
    Test number
    400330450360

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass7,451 miles (+679)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    7,451 miles
    Test number
    963435980210
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre

  26. Pass6,772 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    6,772 miles
    Test number
    261479009330

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X33 PBS

Does X33 PBS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X33 PBS is valid until 22 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on X33 PBS?
The MOT on X33 PBS is valid until 22 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X33 PBS done?
X33 PBS was recorded at 44,305 miles at its MOT on 15 Jan 2026, an average of 2,318 miles a year.
Has X33 PBS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X33 PBS has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on X33 PBS 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 X33 PBS find?
X33 PBS passed its latest MOT on 15 Jan 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material inner wing pipe; nearside front shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect; offside front shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect, and 1 more.

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