BMW logo

BMW 3 Series

White · Diesel · 2010 · 2,993 cc

J4 EAXMOT history

J4 EAX is a white diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 1 Sept 2010. Its MOT expired on 12 Oct 2026 and it has passed 13 of 15 MOT tests, with 97,601 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Oct 2025.

J4 EAX white BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 12 Oct 2026
Mileage
97,601 mi
At MOT on 13 Oct 2025
MOT tests
15
13 passed · 2 failed
Per year
6,057 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for J4 EAX in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
J4 EAX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
1 Sept 2010
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
13 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

J4 EAX was last recorded at 97,601 miles on 13 Oct 2025, 17,232 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
80,369 miles · 25 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
17,232 miles
Average per year
6,057 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 97,601 miles
  • 2024 – 80,369 miles
  • 2023 – 68,484 miles
  • 2022 – 67,002 miles
  • 2021 – 66,114 miles
  • 2020 – 65,417 miles
  • 2019 – 61,894 miles
  • 2018 – 57,248 miles
  • 2017 – 52,800 miles
  • 2016 – 47,492 miles
  • 2015 – 42,835 miles
  • 2014 – 37,638 miles
  • 2013 – 24,093 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,601 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded n/s & o/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryUnder trays fittedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2016

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 Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Under trays fitted obscuring some components

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

15 tests since 24 Aug 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass97,601 miles (+17,232)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    97,601 miles
    Test number
    413744722709
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • 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 Coil spring corroded n/s & o/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  2. Pass80,369 miles (+11,885)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    80,369 miles
    Test number
    613024254694

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass68,484 miles (+1,482)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    68,484 miles
    Test number
    335055144235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass67,002 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    67,002 miles
    Test number
    309979625877
    • 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))

  5. Fail66,999 miles (+885)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,999 miles
    Test number
    421177873444
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorWindscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (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))

  6. Pass66,114 miles (+697)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    66,114 miles
    Test number
    314957045114
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective Both (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass65,417 miles (+3,523)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    65,417 miles
    Test number
    972508270451

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass61,894 miles (+4,646)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    61,894 miles
    Test number
    156461168701
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryTop and bottom engines covers fitted obscuring components.

  9. Pass57,248 miles (+22)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    57,248 miles
    Test number
    907399173303
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring some components

  10. Fail57,226 miles (+4,426)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,226 miles
    Test number
    829189810046
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring some components

  11. Pass52,800 miles (+5,308)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    52,800 miles
    Test number
    938961659387

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass47,492 miles (+4,657)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    47,492 miles
    Test number
    520804657054
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  13. Pass42,835 miles (+5,197)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    42,835 miles
    Test number
    872219149395

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass37,638 miles (+13,545)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    37,638 miles
    Test number
    495721634250
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass24,093 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    24,093 miles
    Test number
    935416033284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about J4 EAX

Does J4 EAX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on J4 EAX expired on 12 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on J4 EAX?
The MOT on J4 EAX expired on 12 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has J4 EAX done?
J4 EAX was recorded at 97,601 miles at its MOT on 13 Oct 2025, an average of 6,057 miles a year.
Has J4 EAX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. J4 EAX has failed 2 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on J4 EAX 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 J4 EAX find?
J4 EAX passed its latest MOT on 13 Oct 2025 with 5 advisories: nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 2 more.

Related registrations

Browse all J4E registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.