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BMW 316

Red · Petrol · 1995 · 1,596 cc

J9 JFAMOT history

J9 JFA is a red petrol BMW 316 first used on 27 Jan 1995. Its MOT expired on 1 May 2024 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 83,201 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 May 2023.

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MOT
Expired
On 1 May 2024
Mileage
83,201 mi
At MOT on 2 May 2023
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,112 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
J9 JFA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
316
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
1995
First used
27 Jan 1995
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 May 2024
Latest MOT test
2 May 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

J9 JFA was last recorded at 83,201 miles on 2 May 2023, 3,532 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Aug 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 14 Aug 2012: 6,661 miles, lower than 66,295 miles on 3 Aug 2011.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassMileage went down
Previous MOT
79,669 miles · 28 Aug 2021
Between the last two tests
3,532 miles
Average per year
1,112 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 83,201 miles
  • 2021 – 79,669 miles
  • 2020 – 72,655 miles
  • 2019 – 69,684 miles
  • 2018 – 69,362 miles
  • 2017 – 68,998 miles
  • 2016 – 68,587 miles
  • 2015 – 68,183 miles
  • 2014 – 67,621 miles
  • 2013 – 67,092 miles
  • 2012 – 6,661 miles
  • 2011 – 66,295 miles
  • 2010 – 65,894 miles
  • 2009 – 65,420 miles
  • 2008 – 65,012 miles
  • 2007 – 64,595 miles
  • 2006 – 64,113 miles
  • 2005 – 63,524 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass83,201 miles
  • MinorFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides rubbers splitting on inner mounts (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases small rust hole in tail pipe (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryExhaust noisy sports type system fitted (8.1.1 (a))
  • AdvisoryParking brake lever worn, but not excessively (1.1.6 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective mounting bracket missing (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryInterior rear view mirror missing

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.

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2019

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2016

  • Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2010

  • Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2005–2007

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2007

Full MOT history

22 tests since 23 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass83,201 miles (+3,532)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2024
    Odometer
    83,201 miles
    Test number
    802173509764
    • MinorFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides rubbers splitting on inner mounts (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases small rust hole in tail pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy sports type system fitted (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever worn, but not excessively (1.1.6 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective mounting bracket missing (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryInterior rear view mirror missing

  2. Pass79,669 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    79,669 miles
    Test number
    366826750412
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail79,669 miles (+7,014)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,669 miles
    Test number
    863423310426
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass72,655 miles (+2,971)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    72,655 miles
    Test number
    470718613603
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both inner edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear rear diff leak

  5. Pass69,684 miles3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    69,684 miles
    Test number
    460769272977
    • MinorNearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorParking brake lever ratchet mechanism obviously worn (1.1.6 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Fail69,684 miles (+322)2 repaired3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,684 miles
    Test number
    818514870961
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorParking brake lever ratchet mechanism obviously worn (1.1.6 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Pass69,362 miles (+364)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    69,362 miles
    Test number
    826646155902
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp reflectors deteriorating
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever worn, but not excessively (1.1.6 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Pass68,998 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    68,998 miles
    Test number
    759830539885
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Fail68,998 miles (+411)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,998 miles
    Test number
    447193307954
    • Repaired at testNearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  10. Pass68,587 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    68,587 miles
    Test number
    752952404918
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisorySlight wear in steering rack inner joints

  11. Fail68,587 miles (+404)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,587 miles
    Test number
    891133167711
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisorySlight wear in steering rack inner joints

  12. Pass68,183 miles (+562)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    68,183 miles
    Test number
    937031031980

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass67,621 miles (+529)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    67,621 miles
    Test number
    376115224214
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteRear exhaust deteriorating

  14. Pass67,092 miles (+60,431)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    67,092 miles
    Test number
    828512733250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass6,661 miles (-59,634)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    6,661 miles
    Test number
    195037022294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass66,295 miles (+401)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    66,295 miles
    Test number
    369505511463

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass65,894 miles (+474)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    65,894 miles
    Test number
    311732420436
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  18. Pass65,420 miles (+408)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    65,420 miles
    Test number
    842331039232
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  19. Pass65,012 miles (+417)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    65,012 miles
    Test number
    961124528228
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteWear in steering rack

  20. Pass64,595 miles (+482)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    64,595 miles
    Test number
    380475237423
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront tyres perishing. †Wear in steering rack.

  21. Pass64,113 miles (+589)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    64,113 miles
    Test number
    474363316283
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteWear in offside of steering rack.

  22. Pass63,524 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    63,524 miles
    Test number
    154465335277
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Questions about J9 JFA

Does J9 JFA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on J9 JFA expired on 1 May 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on J9 JFA?
The MOT on J9 JFA expired on 1 May 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has J9 JFA done?
J9 JFA was recorded at 83,201 miles at its MOT on 2 May 2023, an average of 1,112 miles a year.
Has J9 JFA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. J9 JFA has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Aug 2021.
Has the mileage on J9 JFA ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 14 Aug 2012. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on J9 JFA find?
J9 JFA passed its latest MOT on 2 May 2023 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides rubbers splitting on inner mounts; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases small rust hole in tail pipe; exhaust noisy sports type system fitted, and 3 more.

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