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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2010 · 2,979 cc

J66 LTLMOT history

J66 LTL is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 1 Sept 2010. Its MOT is valid until 19 Feb 2027 and it has passed 13 of 22 MOT tests, with 70,325 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Feb 2026.

J66 LTL black 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 19 Feb 2027
Mileage
70,325 mi
At MOT on 20 Feb 2026
MOT tests
22
13 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,264 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
J66 LTL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
1 Sept 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

J66 LTL was last recorded at 70,325 miles on 20 Feb 2026, 36 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
70,289 miles · 16 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
36 miles
Average per year
4,264 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 70,325 miles
  • 2025 – 70,289 miles
  • 2024 – 67,572 miles
  • 2023 – 64,751 miles
  • 2022 – 59,925 miles
  • 2021 – 54,722 miles
  • 2020 – 45,739 miles
  • 2019 – 44,466 miles
  • 2018 – 42,307 miles
  • 2017 – 38,708 miles
  • 2016 – 33,999 miles
  • 2015 – 28,937 miles
  • 2014 – 24,334 miles
  • 2013 – 16,854 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass70,325 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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.

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively n/s & o/s

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • N/s & o/s front tyres wearing inner tread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front undertray fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

22 tests since 7 Aug 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass70,325 miles (+36)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    70,325 miles
    Test number
    270482340608
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Fail70,289 miles (+2,717)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,289 miles
    Test number
    320401208277
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt at joint leaking (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner 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. Pass67,572 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    67,572 miles
    Test number
    905173209792

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail67,566 miles2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,566 miles
    Test number
    785921373476
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Upper Suspension rod attachment bracket/mounting insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension rod mounting modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (c) (i))

  5. Fail67,566 miles (+2,815)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,566 miles
    Test number
    402599359314
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass64,751 miles (+94)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    64,751 miles
    Test number
    299725536127
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail64,657 miles (+4,732)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,657 miles
    Test number
    804422296997
    • DangerousNearside Front Electrical wiring likely to drag on the ground (4.11 (a) (iii))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed car burnt out earth wire during test (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHazards not flashing in correct sequence

  8. Pass59,925 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    59,925 miles
    Test number
    724307708998
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively n/s & o/s (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryN/s & o/s front tyres wearing inner tread

  9. Fail59,923 miles (+5,201)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,923 miles
    Test number
    456087214801
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively n/s & o/s (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryN/s & o/s front tyres wearing inner tread

  10. Pass54,722 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    54,722 miles
    Test number
    339300983787
    • AdvisoryFront undertray fitted

  11. Fail54,720 miles (+8,981)5 major3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,720 miles
    Test number
    795867781521
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp incorrect colour (4.1.4 (a))
    • MinorAll direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront undertray fitted
    • AdvisoryKnocking noise from front hard to inspect

  12. Pass45,739 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    45,739 miles
    Test number
    269739272805

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail45,733 miles (+1,267)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,733 miles
    Test number
    834435515710
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass44,466 miles (+2,159)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    44,466 miles
    Test number
    588279595196
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material osf (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring worn osr (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing osf (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect nsf (5.3.2 (b))

  15. Pass42,307 miles (+3,599)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    42,307 miles
    Test number
    130542644544
    • AdvisoryNearaside rear shock absorber has a light misting of oil

  16. Pass38,708 miles (+4,709)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    38,708 miles
    Test number
    465146705981
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass33,999 miles (+5,062)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    33,999 miles
    Test number
    570004205809

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass28,937 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    28,937 miles
    Test number
    699285295104
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Fail28,937 miles (+4,603)2 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,937 miles
    Test number
    917465995106
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass24,334 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    24,334 miles
    Test number
    436227894175
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Fail24,334 miles (+7,480)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,334 miles
    Test number
    497767894184
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  22. Pass16,854 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    16,854 miles
    Test number
    377779313238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about J66 LTL

Does J66 LTL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on J66 LTL is valid until 19 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on J66 LTL?
The MOT on J66 LTL is valid until 19 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has J66 LTL done?
J66 LTL was recorded at 70,325 miles at its MOT on 20 Feb 2026, an average of 4,264 miles a year.
Has J66 LTL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. J66 LTL has failed 9 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on J66 LTL 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 LTL find?
J66 LTL passed its latest MOT on 20 Feb 2026 with 3 advisories: front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; offside rear upper suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; rear exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases.

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