2005 BMW 3 Series 2.0L Diesel · S26 TSX
2005 BMW 3 Series (2.0L, diesel). First registered 26/05/2005. Recorded mileage 49,558 miles. MOT valid until 22/03/2027. Taxed until 01/09/2026.
- Make & Model
- BMW 3 SERIES
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Glasgow
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 22/03/2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01/09/2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 49,558 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2005
- Engine
- 1995cc
S26 TSX Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 23/03/2026
- 49,558 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 5 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (7 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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S26 TSX Mileage History
- 27/01/202448,170 mi
- 14/03/202448,188 mi+18 mi
- 11/03/202548,362 mi+174 mi
- 20/03/202548,388 mi+26 mi
- 23/03/202649,558 mi+1,170 mi
Average of roughly 645 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
S26 TSX MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 BMW 3 Series (S26 TSX) between January 2024 and March 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 23 March 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (7 issues), Bodywork (6 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (5 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Tyres (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 34 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural stren”; “Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural streng”.
Buyer's Guide & Inspection Advisory
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Our Verdict
Approach this 2007 Peugeot 207 with significant caution due to a history of serious structural corrosion failures. Although it currently holds a valid MOT, past advisories and failures show weakening body mountings and seat belt anchorages that are red flags for an ageing hatchback.
Given the repeated corrosion failures, insist on a professional underside inspection before purchase — the January 2024 failure noted sills holed within 30cm of body mountings and the March 2025 failure cited Nearside and Offside Rear suspension mountings excessively corroded plus a seat belt anchorage with reduced strength. Verify that any 2024–2025 repairs were carried out properly with invoices, as a quick patch to pass MOT may hide ongoing rot. Negotiate firmly on price; the low mileage is offset by structural concerns and the cost of future welding.
The 1.36-litre petrol engine in this Peugeot 207 is modest in size, so fuel costs should be reasonable for a small hatchback, though no model aggregate economy data was supplied. Road tax for a 2007 petrol car of this size typically falls in a lower band, and insurance groups for the 207 are generally low. Budget for ongoing maintenance driven by corrosion-related items — suspension arms, exhaust sections and brake hoses have all drawn advisories — with estimated annual running costs around £900-£1,100 including fuel, tax, insurance and typical upkeep.
Focus on the underside and sills: the January 2024 MOT failed on Nearside Front sills holed near body mountings, and March 2025 noted Nearside and Offside Rear suspension component mountings excessively corroded and a Nearside seat belt anchorage with significantly reduced strength. Check the front suspension arms and Macpherson struts, which have shown corrosion and worn top mounts across multiple tests including the 2026 advisory for offside front lower arm corrosion and rough top mount. Inspect the exhaust for leaks at the centre-to-rear join and the rear mounting, plus confirm the headlamp lenses (clouding noted in 2026) and front wiper condition are roadworthy.
This grey 2007 Peugeot 207 (S26TSX) shows just under 49,600 miles, which is low for a 19-year-old car, but its MOT history tells a more worrying story. It failed in early 2024 and March 2025 for excessive corrosion to sills, suspension mountings and seat belt anchorages, though it passed on retest after repairs. The most recent 2026 test passed with age-related corrosion and worn suspension components still noted as advisories.
No aggregate MOT reliability data was available for the Peugeot 207, so assessment is limited to this vehicle's individual history.
Reviewed by the IsItAGoodCar editorial team — Verified automotive analysis synthesized from official vehicle registries.
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