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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2001 · 2,966 cc

J9 OSHMOT history

J9 OSH is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 12 Dec 2001. Its MOT is valid until 28 Apr 2027 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 86,696 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Apr 2026.

J9 OSH 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 28 Apr 2027
Mileage
86,696 mi
At MOT on 29 Apr 2026
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,998 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
J9 OSH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,966 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
12 Dec 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

J9 OSH was last recorded at 86,696 miles on 29 Apr 2026, 227 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
86,469 miles · 8 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
227 miles
Average per year
2,998 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 86,696 miles
  • 2025 – 86,469 miles
  • 2023 – 86,366 miles
  • 2022 – 85,848 miles
  • 2021 – 85,270 miles
  • 2020 – 84,378 miles
  • 2019 – 83,998 miles
  • 2018 – 83,652 miles
  • 2017 – 82,644 miles
  • 2016 – 80,685 miles
  • 2015 – 75,840 miles
  • 2014 – 69,833 miles
  • 2013 – 65,465 miles
  • 2012 – 61,210 miles
  • 2011 – 58,927 miles
  • 2010 – 56,035 miles
  • 2009 – 50,522 miles
  • 2008 – 42,095 miles
  • 2007 – 31,927 miles
  • 2006 – 27,831 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass86,696 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Engine cover & undertrays fitted obscuring some components

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Plastic sill covers fitted preventing full inspection of outer sills

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

28 tests since 7 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass86,696 miles (+227)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    86,696 miles
    Test number
    926137218971

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass86,469 miles (+103)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    86,469 miles
    Test number
    510091004842
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  3. Pass86,366 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    86,366 miles
    Test number
    377779842620

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail86,361 miles (+513)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,361 miles
    Test number
    440939907953
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass85,848 miles (+578)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    85,848 miles
    Test number
    809488749834
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass85,270 miles (+892)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    85,270 miles
    Test number
    429852623221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass84,378 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    84,378 miles
    Test number
    442529301435
    • AdvisoryEngine cover & undertrays fitted obscuring some components
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlastic sill covers fitted preventing full inspection of outer sills

  8. Fail84,378 miles (+380)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,378 miles
    Test number
    357634201272
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative lever broken (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover & undertrays fitted obscuring some components
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlastic sill covers fitted preventing full inspection of outer sills

  9. Pass83,998 miles (+346)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    83,998 miles
    Test number
    344254436120
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material -rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material -rear (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass83,652 miles (+1,008)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    83,652 miles
    Test number
    793061409038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass82,644 miles (+1,959)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    82,644 miles
    Test number
    996472031658

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass80,685 miles (+4,845)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    80,685 miles
    Test number
    190715650293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass75,840 miles (+6,007)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    75,840 miles
    Test number
    840086437831
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded -rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded -rear (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Pass69,833 miles (+4,368)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    69,833 miles
    Test number
    998878464252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass65,465 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    65,465 miles
    Test number
    218248193255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail65,465 miles (+4,255)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,465 miles
    Test number
    608548893205
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  17. Pass61,210 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    61,210 miles
    Test number
    429906682291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail61,203 miles (+2,276)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,203 miles
    Test number
    377626082494
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass58,927 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    58,927 miles
    Test number
    188178881297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail58,927 miles (+2,892)2 failures2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,927 miles
    Test number
    726118681268
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteFront brake discs in poor condition
    • NoteNearside front tyre has sidewall damage
    • NoteNearside rear tyre of run flat type
    • NoteOffside rear tyre has sidewall damage

  21. Pass56,035 miles3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    56,035 miles
    Test number
    341752880411
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChrome peeling,drivers door handle.
    • NoteOffside front disc corroded
    • NoteOffside track rod inner ball joint has play

  22. Fail56,035 miles (+5,513)1 failure3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,035 miles
    Test number
    443452080235
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChrome peeling,drivers door handle.
    • NoteOffside front disc corroded
    • NoteOffside track rod inner ball joint has play

  23. Pass50,522 miles (+8,427)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    50,522 miles
    Test number
    574150989273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass42,095 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    42,095 miles
    Test number
    460881488272
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  25. Fail42,095 miles (+10,168)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,095 miles
    Test number
    740241088246
    • FailureNearside Inner Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass31,927 miles (+4,096)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    31,927 miles
    Test number
    651170867243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass27,831 miles (+1,758)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    27,831 miles
    Test number
    873746796229
    • NoteOff side front tyre has slight damage to outer wall

  28. Pass26,073 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    26,073 miles
    Test number
    140088136401

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about J9 OSH

Does J9 OSH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on J9 OSH is valid until 28 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on J9 OSH?
The MOT on J9 OSH is valid until 28 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has J9 OSH done?
J9 OSH was recorded at 86,696 miles at its MOT on 29 Apr 2026, an average of 2,998 miles a year.
Has J9 OSH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. J9 OSH has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on J9 OSH 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 J9 OSH find?
J9 OSH passed its latest MOT on 29 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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