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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2004 · 2,979 cc

J8 KLNMOT history

J8 KLN is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 31 Mar 2004. Its MOT is valid until 5 Oct 2027 and it has passed 20 of 23 MOT tests, with 99,389 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Oct 2026.

J8 KLN silver 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 5 Oct 2027
Mileage
99,389 mi
At MOT on 6 Oct 2026
MOT tests
23
20 passed · 3 failed
Per year
4,059 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
J8 KLN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
31 Mar 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

J8 KLN was last recorded at 99,389 miles on 6 Oct 2026, 5,367 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
94,022 miles · 15 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
5,367 miles
Average per year
4,059 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 99,389 miles
  • 2025 – 94,022 miles
  • 2024 – 85,801 miles
  • 2023 – 80,475 miles
  • 2022 – 75,902 miles
  • 2021 – 73,636 miles
  • 2020 – 70,308 miles
  • 2019 – 66,421 miles
  • 2018 – 63,188 miles
  • 2017 – 60,654 miles
  • 2016 – 58,734 miles
  • 2015 – 56,971 miles
  • 2014 – 55,759 miles
  • 2013 – 53,624 miles
  • 2012 – 51,764 miles
  • 2011 – 50,130 miles
  • 2010 – 47,120 miles
  • 2009 – 40,049 miles
  • 2008 – 31,021 miles
  • 2007 – 20,740 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass99,389 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2025

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass99,389 miles (+5,367)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    99,389 miles
    Test number
    551700902119
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  2. Pass94,022 miles (+8,221)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    94,022 miles
    Test number
    352045800238
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  3. Pass85,801 miles (+5,326)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    85,801 miles
    Test number
    777041295068
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass80,475 miles (+4,573)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    80,475 miles
    Test number
    346466636808

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass75,902 miles (+2,266)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    75,902 miles
    Test number
    721771088582

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass73,636 miles (+3,328)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    73,636 miles
    Test number
    906731653206
    • 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))

  7. Pass70,308 miles (+3,887)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    70,308 miles
    Test number
    486858933006
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  8. Pass66,421 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    66,421 miles
    Test number
    276532993693
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Fail66,421 miles (+3,233)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,421 miles
    Test number
    742876142140
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass63,188 miles (+2,534)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2019
    Odometer
    63,188 miles
    Test number
    478053141151
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside wiper smears slightly
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perished slightly

  11. Pass60,654 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2018
    Odometer
    60,654 miles
    Test number
    612023603102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail60,650 miles (+1,916)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,650 miles
    Test number
    817067066397
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  13. Pass58,734 miles (+1,763)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2017
    Odometer
    58,734 miles
    Test number
    188141376399

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass56,971 miles (+1,212)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2016
    Odometer
    56,971 miles
    Test number
    945281315150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass55,759 miles (+2,135)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2015
    Odometer
    55,759 miles
    Test number
    405494514156
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Pass53,624 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2014
    Odometer
    53,624 miles
    Test number
    636725013113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail53,623 miles (+1,859)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,623 miles
    Test number
    437995613191
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

  18. Pass51,764 miles (+1,634)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2013
    Odometer
    51,764 miles
    Test number
    768295332100
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteAll tyres slightly cracking on the tread patten

  19. Pass50,130 miles (+3,010)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2012
    Odometer
    50,130 miles
    Test number
    196148931107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass47,120 miles (+7,071)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2011
    Odometer
    47,120 miles
    Test number
    260858810178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass40,049 miles (+9,028)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2010
    Odometer
    40,049 miles
    Test number
    192069639142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass31,021 miles (+10,281)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2009
    Odometer
    31,021 miles
    Test number
    234774038118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass20,740 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2008
    Odometer
    20,740 miles
    Test number
    551181247187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about J8 KLN

Does J8 KLN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on J8 KLN is valid until 5 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on J8 KLN?
The MOT on J8 KLN is valid until 5 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has J8 KLN done?
J8 KLN was recorded at 99,389 miles at its MOT on 6 Oct 2026, an average of 4,059 miles a year.
Has J8 KLN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. J8 KLN has failed 3 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 7 May 2019.
Has the mileage on J8 KLN 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 KLN find?
J8 KLN passed its latest MOT on 6 Oct 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule; nearside rear brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule; offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 1 more.

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