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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Petrol · 2006 · 2,494 cc

C5 RRJMOT history

C5 RRJ is a grey petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 11 Mar 2006. Its MOT is valid until 11 Nov 2026 and it has passed 17 of 19 MOT tests, with 110,555 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Nov 2025.

C5 RRJ grey BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 11 Nov 2026
Mileage
110,555 mi
At MOT on 12 Nov 2025
MOT tests
19
17 passed · 2 failed
Per year
4,940 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
C5 RRJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
11 Mar 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
12 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

C5 RRJ was last recorded at 110,555 miles on 12 Nov 2025, 2,286 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Jun 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
108,269 miles · 11 Jun 2024
Between the last two tests
2,286 miles
Average per year
4,940 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 110,555 miles
  • 2024 – 108,269 miles
  • 2023 – 104,610 miles
  • 2022 – 99,828 miles
  • 2021 – 97,261 miles
  • 2020 – 95,105 miles
  • 2019 – 91,531 miles
  • 2018 – 83,392 miles
  • 2017 – 76,335 miles
  • 2016 – 73,434 miles
  • 2015 – 69,939 miles
  • 2014 – 66,774 miles
  • 2013 – 61,222 miles
  • 2012 – 53,768 miles
  • 2011 – 45,132 miles
  • 2010 – 35,973 miles
  • 2009 – 28,081 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass110,555 miles
  • AdvisoryFuel cap seal slightly deteriorated
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020

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.

  • Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

19 tests since 3 Mar 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass110,555 miles (+2,286)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    110,555 miles
    Test number
    890345799660
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  2. Pass108,269 miles (+3,659)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    108,269 miles
    Test number
    634619331952
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  3. Pass104,610 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2024
    Odometer
    104,610 miles
    Test number
    403927315916
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  4. Fail104,608 miles (+4,780)2 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,608 miles
    Test number
    589221013520
    • DangerousNearside Rear Shock absorbers likely to become detached (5.3.2 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Shock absorbers likely to become detached (5.3.2 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  5. Pass99,828 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2023
    Odometer
    99,828 miles
    Test number
    939473841035
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  6. Fail99,828 miles (+2,567)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,828 miles
    Test number
    751136518968
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm insecurely attached bolt insecure (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  7. Pass97,261 miles (+2,156)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2022
    Odometer
    97,261 miles
    Test number
    919549135569

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass95,105 miles (+3,574)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    95,105 miles
    Test number
    217173164477
    • AdvisoryProtective sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection of sill sections.
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis section corroded above sub frame (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle fitted with protective covers underside not allowing full inspection of brake and fuel lines.
  9. Pass91,531 miles (+8,139)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    91,531 miles
    Test number
    534141735759

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass83,392 miles (+7,057)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    83,392 miles
    Test number
    478488539486
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
  11. Pass76,335 miles (+2,901)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    76,335 miles
    Test number
    532184266919
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  12. Pass73,434 miles (+3,495)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    73,434 miles
    Test number
    169173673380

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass69,939 miles (+3,165)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    69,939 miles
    Test number
    266348165041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass66,774 miles (+5,552)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    66,774 miles
    Test number
    966654264020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass61,222 miles (+7,454)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    61,222 miles
    Test number
    387491453059
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  16. Pass53,768 miles (+8,636)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    53,768 miles
    Test number
    427135152006
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)
  17. Pass45,132 miles (+9,159)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    45,132 miles
    Test number
    336376361059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass35,973 miles (+7,892)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    35,973 miles
    Test number
    250707660005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass28,081 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    28,081 miles
    Test number
    603952069028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about C5 RRJ

Does C5 RRJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on C5 RRJ is valid until 11 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on C5 RRJ?
The MOT on C5 RRJ is valid until 11 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has C5 RRJ done?
C5 RRJ was recorded at 110,555 miles at its MOT on 12 Nov 2025, an average of 4,940 miles a year.
Has C5 RRJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. C5 RRJ has failed 2 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 4 May 2023.
Has the mileage on C5 RRJ 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 RRJ find?
C5 RRJ passed its latest MOT on 12 Nov 2025 with 3 advisories: fuel cap seal slightly deteriorated; oil leak, but not excessive; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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