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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2004 · 2,979 cc

J1 RLFMOT history

J1 RLF is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 30 Apr 2004. Its MOT is valid until 8 Jul 2027 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 74,802 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Jun 2026.

J1 RLF blue 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 8 Jul 2027
Mileage
74,802 mi
At MOT on 12 Jun 2026
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,896 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
J1 RLF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
30 Apr 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

J1 RLF was last recorded at 74,802 miles on 12 Jun 2026, 1,513 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
73,289 miles · 9 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
1,513 miles
Average per year
2,896 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 74,802 miles
  • 2025 – 73,289 miles
  • 2024 – 72,160 miles
  • 2023 – 70,780 miles
  • 2019 – 70,416 miles
  • 2017 – 69,175 miles
  • 2016 – 69,087 miles
  • 2015 – 68,156 miles
  • 2014 – 67,275 miles
  • 2013 – 61,082 miles
  • 2012 – 47,123 miles
  • 2011 – 45,923 miles
  • 2010 – 36,240 miles
  • 2009 – 25,499 miles
  • 2008 – 24,158 miles
  • 2007 – 19,399 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass74,802 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2016

  • Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2013

Full MOT history

21 tests since 26 Apr 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass74,802 miles (+1,513)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    74,802 miles
    Test number
    998540568482
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass73,289 miles (+1,129)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    73,289 miles
    Test number
    617635722465
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency low - 17%

  3. Pass72,160 miles (+1,380)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    72,160 miles
    Test number
    269723087062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass70,780 miles (+364)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    70,780 miles
    Test number
    168666064856

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass70,416 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    70,416 miles
    Test number
    521572426130
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail70,416 miles (+624)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,416 miles
    Test number
    282514091143
    • Repaired at testOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass69,792 miles (+617)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    69,792 miles
    Test number
    412358744404
    • 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))

  8. Pass69,175 miles (+88)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    69,175 miles
    Test number
    656621491824

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass69,087 miles (+931)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    69,087 miles
    Test number
    601272670081
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Pass68,156 miles (+881)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    68,156 miles
    Test number
    524551002523
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  11. Pass67,275 miles (+6,193)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    67,275 miles
    Test number
    326126824451
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  12. Pass61,082 miles (+265)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    61,082 miles
    Test number
    737023143255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail60,817 miles (+13,694)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,817 miles
    Test number
    738510643221
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass47,123 miles (+1,200)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    47,123 miles
    Test number
    687586092104
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass45,923 miles (+9,683)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    45,923 miles
    Test number
    886190011224
    • NoteFront pads getting low.

  16. Fail36,240 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,240 miles
    Test number
    132615950035
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  17. Pass36,240 miles (+10,741)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    36,240 miles
    Test number
    990355350094
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  18. Pass25,499 miles (+1,341)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    25,499 miles
    Test number
    152442649070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass24,158 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    24,158 miles
    Test number
    531332428148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail24,158 miles (+4,759)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,158 miles
    Test number
    231181628167
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass19,399 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    19,399 miles
    Test number
    254166517452

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about J1 RLF

Does J1 RLF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on J1 RLF is valid until 8 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on J1 RLF?
The MOT on J1 RLF is valid until 8 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has J1 RLF done?
J1 RLF was recorded at 74,802 miles at its MOT on 12 Jun 2026, an average of 2,896 miles a year.
Has J1 RLF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. J1 RLF has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Dec 2019.
Has the mileage on J1 RLF 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 J1 RLF find?
J1 RLF passed its latest MOT on 12 Jun 2026 with 1 advisory: front oil leak, but not excessive.

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