SAM600 - BMW 3 SERIES
MOT: ValidGB
·Last updated 26 days ago
The BMW 3 Series, often referred to simply as the BMW 3 Series, is a renowned line of compact executive cars that exemplify German engineering excellence. Since its inception in 1975, BMW has established a reputation for combining sporty performance with sophisticated design, and the 3 Series remains a flagship model in this tradition. Manufactured in various facilities worldwide, the 3 Series has evolved through multiple generations, each introducing advanced technology and refined driving dynamics. Notable features include precise handling, a range of efficient engines, and a well-appointed interior that balances comfort with innovation. As a staple in BMW’s lineup, the 3 Series continues to attract drivers seeking a blend of luxury, performance, and reliability.
Vehicle Overview
Technical Details
Environmental Impact
Status & Compliance
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MOT History
Vehicle testing history with 20 MOT tests
This is a 2009 BMW 3 Series, registration SAM600, registered in March 2009. It is finished in white and has a 2,996cc petrol engine. The vehicle emits 187 g/km of CO2. It is currently taxed and has a valid MOT until 27 March 2026, with the latest test conducted on 28 March 2025. The recorded mileage is 58,580 miles. Notable MOT advisories include a deteriorated rear registration plate, worn brake discs on all four wheels, and slight corrosion on the rear brake hoses. No serious mechanical issues are indicated.
Understanding MOT Defect Categories
Total Tests
20
Passed Tests
14
Failed Tests
6
Latest Test
Passed
Passed - 28 March 2025
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 58,580 mi
Expires: 27 March 2026
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- Advisory Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All 4 brake discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- Advisory Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
Failed - 26 March 2025
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 58,580 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Offside Rear Inner Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- Advisory Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All 4 brake discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- Advisory Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
Passed - 20 March 2024
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 57,020 mi
Expires: 23 March 2025
Minor Defects:
- Minor Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged Chromatic glass slightly blown (3.3 (b) (i))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front Brake pad sensor incorrectly routed
- Advisory Offside Rear Nail in tyre
- Advisory Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- Advisory Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- Advisory Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- Advisory Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- Advisory Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
- Advisory Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- Advisory Offside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- Advisory Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- Advisory Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- Advisory Nearside Front Lower Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- Advisory Offside Front Lower Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Failed - 20 March 2024
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 57,020 mi
Minor Defects:
- Minor Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged Chromatic glass slightly blown (3.3 (b) (i))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front Brake pad sensor incorrectly routed
- Advisory Offside Rear Nail in tyre
- Advisory Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- Advisory Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- Advisory Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- Advisory Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- Advisory Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
- Advisory Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- Advisory Offside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- Advisory Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- Advisory Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- Advisory Nearside Front Lower Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- Advisory Offside Front Lower Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Passed - 10 March 2023
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 53,739 mi
Expires: 23 March 2024
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- Advisory Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Failed - 06 March 2023
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 53,739 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- Advisory Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Passed - 24 March 2022
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 50,357 mi
Expires: 23 March 2023
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- Advisory Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- Advisory Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- Advisory Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- Advisory Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- Advisory Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- Advisory Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- Advisory Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- Advisory Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Passed - 11 March 2021
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 46,090 mi
Expires: 13 March 2022
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- Advisory Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- Advisory Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front and perished (5.2.3 (e))
- Advisory Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front lower arm inner bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Passed - 12 March 2020
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 43,329 mi
Expires: 13 March 2021
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- Advisory Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- Advisory Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- Advisory Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- Advisory Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- Advisory Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Passed - 28 February 2019
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 40,491 mi
Expires: 13 March 2020
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- Advisory Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Passed - 23 February 2018
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 38,226 mi
Expires: 13 March 2019
Failed - 20 February 2017
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 33,147 mi
Passed - 20 February 2017
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 33,147 mi
Expires: 13 March 2018
Passed - 26 February 2016
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 31,120 mi
Expires: 13 March 2017
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
Passed - 27 February 2015
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 27,698 mi
Expires: 13 March 2016
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Passed - 28 February 2014
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 25,937 mi
Expires: 13 March 2015
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Failed - 27 February 2014
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 25,937 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- Major Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Passed - 11 March 2013
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 23,481 mi
Expires: 13 March 2014
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- Advisory Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- Advisory Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Passed - 14 March 2012 Dangerous Defects
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 19,716 mi
Expires: 13 March 2013
Dangerous Defects:
- Dangerous All 4 tyres heavilly worn on inner edges and likely to split.
Failed - 12 March 2012 Dangerous Defects
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 19,716 mi
Dangerous Defects:
- Dangerous Offside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)
- Dangerous All 4 tyres heavilly worn on inner edges and likely to split.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the MOT due for SAM600?
The MOT expires on 27 March 2026.
What is the tax status of SAM600?
The tax status is Taxed and is due on 01 October 2025.
What are the specifications of SAM600?
This is a 2009 BMW 3 SERIES in White. It runs on Petrol with a 2996cc engine.
What is the environmental impact of SAM600?
This vehicle produces 187 g/km of CO2 emissions.