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BMW 3 Series

Green · Petrol · 2001 · 2,494 cc

J66 HNPMOT history

J66 HNP is a green petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 14 Sept 2001. Its MOT is valid until 9 Apr 2027 and it has passed 21 of 32 MOT tests, with 102,410 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Apr 2026.

J66 HNP green 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 9 Apr 2027
Mileage
102,410 mi
At MOT on 10 Apr 2026
MOT tests
32
21 passed · 11 failed
Per year
2,476 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
J66 HNP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
14 Sept 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

J66 HNP was last recorded at 102,410 miles on 10 Apr 2026, 206 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
102,204 miles · 7 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
206 miles
Average per year
2,476 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 102,410 miles
  • 2025 – 102,204 miles
  • 2024 – 101,816 miles
  • 2023 – 101,390 miles
  • 2022 – 101,083 miles
  • 2021 – 100,757 miles
  • 2019 – 100,314 miles
  • 2018 – 99,722 miles
  • 2017 – 99,279 miles
  • 2016 – 97,009 miles
  • 2015 – 92,967 miles
  • 2014 – 89,816 miles
  • 2013 – 85,626 miles
  • 2012 – 83,264 miles
  • 2011 – 79,963 miles
  • 2010 – 76,185 miles
  • 2009 – 73,552 miles
  • 2008 – 69,912 miles
  • 2007 – 63,378 miles
  • 2006 – 57,695 miles
  • 2005 – 51,589 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass102,410 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust Downpipe bolts corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Upper Both Suspension top mounts very slight separation
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rearmost (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All Perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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 Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory9 MOTs, 2010–2016

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory9 MOTs, 2010–2016

  • Central Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Front Exhaust down pipe bolts corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

32 tests since 9 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass102,410 miles (+206)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    102,410 miles
    Test number
    811374095293
    • AdvisoryExhaust Downpipe bolts corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Both Suspension top mounts very slight separation
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rearmost (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All Perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass102,204 miles (+388)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    102,204 miles
    Test number
    449565725250
    • AdvisoryExhaust Downpipe bolts corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Suspension top mounts slight separation (BOTH)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rearmost bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre is perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass101,816 miles (+426)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    101,816 miles
    Test number
    118920277469
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust join bolts corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Both suspension top mounts slightly separated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass101,390 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    101,390 miles
    Test number
    334683291999
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both d bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust bolts & join corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Both suspension top mounts slight separation
    • AdvisoryIntake leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear parking Brake low effort
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail101,390 miles (+307)1 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,390 miles
    Test number
    166954170652
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both d bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust bolts & join corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Both suspension top mounts slight separation
    • AdvisoryIntake leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear parking Brake low effort
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass101,083 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    101,083 miles
    Test number
    930883025592
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated front most (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust bolts poor condition (corroded)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper strut top slight separation
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail101,083 miles (+326)1 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,083 miles
    Test number
    533846901724
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated front most (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust bolts poor condition (corroded)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper strut top slight separation
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass100,757 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    100,757 miles
    Test number
    261298771764
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust down pipe bolts corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush top mount worn (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear subframe corroded

  9. Fail100,757 miles (+443)1 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,757 miles
    Test number
    118794102331
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust down pipe bolts corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush top mount worn (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear subframe corroded

  10. Pass100,314 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    100,314 miles
    Test number
    187923358451
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x2 (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust down pipe bolts corroded
    • AdvisoryFront prop Bush/Dampner worn
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Fail100,314 miles (+592)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,314 miles
    Test number
    667840931730
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x2 (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust down pipe bolts corroded
    • AdvisoryFront prop Bush/Dampner worn
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  12. Pass99,722 miles (+443)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    99,722 miles
    Test number
    970556831233
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Front knock in steering rack
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass99,279 miles (+2,270)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    99,279 miles
    Test number
    934614757055
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  14. Pass97,009 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    97,009 miles
    Test number
    120249160324
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside steering rack slight play

  15. Fail97,009 miles (+4,042)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,009 miles
    Test number
    739890066192
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs corroded and scored
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside steering rack slight play

  16. Pass92,967 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    92,967 miles
    Test number
    283697314041
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Fail92,967 miles (+3,151)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,967 miles
    Test number
    890857895304
    • FailureOffside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass89,816 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    89,816 miles
    Test number
    989531414394
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Rear position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteSteering rack noisy

  19. Fail89,816 miles (+4,190)4 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,816 miles
    Test number
    467730814460
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Rear position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteSteering rack noisy

  20. Pass85,626 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    85,626 miles
    Test number
    385512813358
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteSlight play in offside steering rack

  21. Fail85,626 miles (+2,362)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,626 miles
    Test number
    706311613396
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteSlight play in offside steering rack

  22. Pass83,264 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    83,264 miles
    Test number
    987074512368
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre sidewall worn
    • NoteOffside rear shock absorber shaft corroded

  23. Fail83,264 miles (+3,301)4 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,264 miles
    Test number
    529693012340
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureParking brake lever ratchet mechanism is excessively worn (3.1.5)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre sidewall worn
    • NoteOffside rear shock absorber shaft corroded

  24. Pass79,963 miles (+3,778)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    79,963 miles
    Test number
    767551511350
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  25. Pass76,185 miles (+7)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    76,185 miles
    Test number
    340973410331
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  26. Fail76,178 miles (+2,626)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,178 miles
    Test number
    502472210322
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  27. Pass73,552 miles (+3,640)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    73,552 miles
    Test number
    354170219363

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass69,912 miles (+6,534)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    69,912 miles
    Test number
    584111018393

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass63,378 miles (+5,683)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    63,378 miles
    Test number
    261400117338
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  30. Pass57,695 miles (+6,106)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    57,695 miles
    Test number
    141011216340
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
    • NoteFront brake discs corroded

  31. Pass51,589 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    51,589 miles
    Test number
    483553615312

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail51,854 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,854 miles
    Test number
    483513415426
    • FailureRegistration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Questions about J66 HNP

Does J66 HNP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on J66 HNP is valid until 9 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on J66 HNP?
The MOT on J66 HNP is valid until 9 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has J66 HNP done?
J66 HNP was recorded at 102,410 miles at its MOT on 10 Apr 2026, an average of 2,476 miles a year.
Has J66 HNP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. J66 HNP has failed 11 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on J66 HNP 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 J66 HNP find?
J66 HNP passed its latest MOT on 10 Apr 2026 with 8 advisories: exhaust downpipe bolts corroded; front upper both suspension top mounts very slight separation; offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 5 more.

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