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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2008 · 2,996 cc

C5 CMJMOT history

C5 CMJ is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 30 Jun 2008. Its MOT is valid until 22 Oct 2027 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 96,925 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Oct 2026.

C5 CMJ silver 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 22 Oct 2027
Mileage
96,925 mi
At MOT on 20 Oct 2026
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,583 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
C5 CMJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,996 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
30 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

C5 CMJ was last recorded at 96,925 miles on 20 Oct 2026, 7,967 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
88,958 miles · 23 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
7,967 miles
Average per year
4,583 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 96,925 miles
  • 2025 – 88,958 miles
  • 2024 – 78,497 miles
  • 2023 – 71,386 miles
  • 2022 – 70,759 miles
  • 2021 – 68,391 miles
  • 2020 – 65,861 miles
  • 2019 – 62,517 miles
  • 2018 – 58,747 miles
  • 2017 – 55,252 miles
  • 2016 – 51,360 miles
  • 2015 – 47,150 miles
  • 2014 – 43,052 miles
  • 2013 – 39,667 miles
  • 2012 – 32,823 miles
  • 2011 – 26,702 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass96,925 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Undertrays and engine covers fitted obscuring some components.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2013

Full MOT history

21 tests since 24 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass96,925 miles (+7,967)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    96,925 miles
    Test number
    624648981352
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
  2. Pass88,958 miles (+10,461)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    88,958 miles
    Test number
    935116474990
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Pass78,497 miles (+7,111)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    78,497 miles
    Test number
    332887152476

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass71,386 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    71,386 miles
    Test number
    552946334438
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust flanges very corroded
    • AdvisoryMinor stone chips to windscreen
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Fail71,386 miles (+627)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,386 miles
    Test number
    617935710254
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust flanges very corroded
    • AdvisoryMinor stone chips to windscreen
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass70,759 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    70,759 miles
    Test number
    966805795760
    • AdvisoryMinor stone chips to windscreen.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  7. Fail70,759 miles (+2,368)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,759 miles
    Test number
    252667044749
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryMinor stone chips to windscreen.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  8. Pass68,391 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    68,391 miles
    Test number
    212223846220
    • AdvisoryRear Both tyre tread low
    • AdvisoryUndertrays and engine covers fitted obscuring some components
  9. Fail68,391 miles (+2,530)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,391 miles
    Test number
    494297956885
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryRear Both tyre tread low
    • AdvisoryUndertrays and engine covers fitted obscuring some components
  10. Pass65,861 miles (+3,344)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    65,861 miles
    Test number
    760580309220
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres are on 3 mm
  11. Pass62,517 miles (+3,770)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    62,517 miles
    Test number
    419733651676

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass58,747 miles (+20)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2019
    Odometer
    58,747 miles
    Test number
    586880239056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail58,727 miles (+3,475)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,727 miles
    Test number
    185586759312
    • DangerousOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
  14. Pass55,252 miles (+3,892)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2018
    Odometer
    55,252 miles
    Test number
    235061598849
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre worn
    • AdvisoryUndertrays and engine covers fitted obscuring some components.
  15. Pass51,360 miles (+4,210)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2017
    Odometer
    51,360 miles
    Test number
    663447776204
    • AdvisoryUndertrays and engine covers fitted obscuring some components.
  16. Pass47,150 miles (+4,098)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2016
    Odometer
    47,150 miles
    Test number
    978466145118
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
  17. Pass43,052 miles (+3,385)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2015
    Odometer
    43,052 miles
    Test number
    808769324111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass39,667 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2014
    Odometer
    39,667 miles
    Test number
    339836933144
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  19. Fail39,667 miles (+6,844)1 repaired3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,667 miles
    Test number
    367956433181
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  20. Pass32,823 miles (+6,121)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2013
    Odometer
    32,823 miles
    Test number
    999829942133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass26,702 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    26,702 miles
    Test number
    228635571124
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about C5 CMJ

Does C5 CMJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on C5 CMJ is valid until 22 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on C5 CMJ?
The MOT on C5 CMJ is valid until 22 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has C5 CMJ done?
C5 CMJ was recorded at 96,925 miles at its MOT on 20 Oct 2026, an average of 4,583 miles a year.
Has C5 CMJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. C5 CMJ has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on C5 CMJ 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 C5 CMJ find?
C5 CMJ passed its latest MOT on 20 Oct 2026 with 1 advisory: central rear seat belt buckle slightly damaged.

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