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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Diesel · 2007 · 1,995 cc

J8 BAHMOT history

J8 BAH is a grey diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 18 Sept 2007. Its MOT is valid until 16 Aug 2027 and it has passed 17 of 20 MOT tests, with 172,324 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jul 2026.

J8 BAH grey 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 16 Aug 2027
Mileage
172,324 mi
At MOT on 30 Jul 2026
MOT tests
20
17 passed · 3 failed
Per year
9,153 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
J8 BAH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
18 Sept 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

J8 BAH was last recorded at 172,324 miles on 30 Jul 2026, 13,428 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
158,896 miles · 6 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
13,428 miles
Average per year
9,153 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 172,324 miles
  • 2025 – 158,896 miles
  • 2024 – 149,033 miles
  • 2023 – 140,965 miles
  • 2022 – 135,797 miles
  • 2021 – 128,743 miles
  • 2020 – 123,548 miles
  • 2019 – 115,365 miles
  • 2018 – 106,815 miles
  • 2017 – 97,554 miles
  • 2016 – 88,108 miles
  • 2015 – 77,321 miles
  • 2014 – 66,527 miles
  • 2013 – 55,395 miles
  • 2012 – 44,268 miles
  • 2011 – 36,334 miles
  • 2010 – 26,904 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass172,324 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • 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 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 0.mm inner edge 2.5mm in centre 255/35/18

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

20 tests since 9 Sept 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass172,324 miles (+13,428)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    172,324 miles
    Test number
    946552534131
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass158,896 miles (+9,863)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    158,896 miles
    Test number
    444707607605
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass149,033 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    149,033 miles
    Test number
    962073734841
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • 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. Fail149,033 miles (+8,068)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,033 miles
    Test number
    989906570063
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • 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. Pass140,965 miles (+5,168)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    140,965 miles
    Test number
    847785636923
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside 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. Pass135,797 miles (+7,054)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    135,797 miles
    Test number
    960102921923

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass128,743 miles (+5,195)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    128,743 miles
    Test number
    662455872809
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn both edges 2254018 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass123,548 miles (+8,183)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    123,548 miles
    Test number
    698663750794
    • MinorOffside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryDriver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn edge. 225/40/18 88W (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass115,365 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    115,365 miles
    Test number
    399228592799

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail115,365 miles (+8,550)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,365 miles
    Test number
    549252261266
    • MajorElectronic power steering warning lamp indicates a system malfunction (2.6 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass106,815 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    106,815 miles
    Test number
    439074504486
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 0.mm inner edge 2.5mm in centre 255/35/18 (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Fail106,815 miles (+9,261)1 dangerous2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,815 miles
    Test number
    409671954586
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted retain spring missing (1.1.13 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 0.mm inner edge 2.5mm in centre 255/35/18 (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass97,554 miles (+9,446)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    97,554 miles
    Test number
    301330318312

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass88,108 miles (+10,787)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    88,108 miles
    Test number
    509841464887
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryTravell on handbrake lever

  15. Pass77,321 miles (+10,794)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    77,321 miles
    Test number
    684260411024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass66,527 miles (+11,132)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    66,527 miles
    Test number
    846352354222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass55,395 miles (+11,127)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    55,395 miles
    Test number
    547846043210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass44,268 miles (+7,934)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    44,268 miles
    Test number
    637635252241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass36,334 miles (+9,430)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    36,334 miles
    Test number
    805261151230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass26,904 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    26,904 miles
    Test number
    540742750266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about J8 BAH

Does J8 BAH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on J8 BAH is valid until 16 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on J8 BAH?
The MOT on J8 BAH is valid until 16 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has J8 BAH done?
J8 BAH was recorded at 172,324 miles at its MOT on 30 Jul 2026, an average of 9,153 miles a year.
Has J8 BAH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. J8 BAH has failed 3 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on J8 BAH 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 J8 BAH find?
J8 BAH passed its latest MOT on 30 Jul 2026 with 3 advisories: front brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides; oil leak, but not excessive; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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