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Black · Diesel · 2015 · 2,993 cc

J8 TXOMOT history

J8 TXO is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 30 Dec 2015. Its MOT is valid until 30 Sept 2027 and it has passed 8 of 9 MOT tests, with 121,965 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

J8 TXO black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 30 Sept 2027
Mileage
121,965 mi
At MOT on 30 Sept 2026
MOT tests
9
8 passed · 1 failed
Per year
12,847 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
J8 TXO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2015
First used
30 Dec 2015
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

J8 TXO was last recorded at 121,965 miles on 30 Sept 2026, 11,186 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
110,779 miles · 20 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
11,186 miles
Average per year
12,847 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 121,965 miles
  • 2025 – 110,779 miles
  • 2024 – 99,935 miles
  • 2023 – 89,063 miles
  • 2022 – 73,697 miles
  • 2021 – 60,658 miles
  • 2020 – 48,396 miles
  • 2019 – 32,063 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass121,965 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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 Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

9 tests since 1 Oct 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass121,965 miles (+11,186)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    121,965 miles
    Test number
    890267876753
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Pass110,779 miles (+10,844)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    110,779 miles
    Test number
    238968347787
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Pass99,935 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    99,935 miles
    Test number
    707295595692
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Suspension arm pin or bush also worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D Bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (off side and near side) (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  4. Fail99,935 miles (+10,872)2 dangerous1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,935 miles
    Test number
    258836828963
    • DangerousBraking system warning lamp indicates a braking fault
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Suspension arm pin or bush also worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D Bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (off side and near side) (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  5. Pass89,063 miles (+15,366)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    89,063 miles
    Test number
    615089133213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass73,697 miles (+13,039)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    73,697 miles
    Test number
    339003680303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass60,658 miles (+12,262)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    60,658 miles
    Test number
    457997198430

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass48,396 miles (+16,333)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    48,396 miles
    Test number
    586530097450
    • AdvisoryAdvise both front lower arm bushes
    • AdvisoryAdvise both front tyres /condition
  9. Pass32,063 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    32,063 miles
    Test number
    523910050287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about J8 TXO

Does J8 TXO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on J8 TXO is valid until 30 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on J8 TXO?
The MOT on J8 TXO is valid until 30 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has J8 TXO done?
J8 TXO was recorded at 121,965 miles at its MOT on 30 Sept 2026, an average of 12,847 miles a year.
Has J8 TXO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. J8 TXO has failed 1 of its 9 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on J8 TXO 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 TXO find?
J8 TXO passed its latest MOT on 30 Sept 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 1 more.

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