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BMW M3

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 3,999 cc

J9 YMAMOT history

J9 YMA is a black petrol BMW M3 first used on 26 Jun 2008. Its MOT is valid until 27 Dec 2026 and it has passed 15 of 18 MOT tests, with 35,908 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Dec 2025.

J9 YMA 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 27 Dec 2026
Mileage
35,908 mi
At MOT on 23 Dec 2025
MOT tests
18
15 passed · 3 failed
Per year
1,879 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
J9 YMA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
M3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,999 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
26 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
23 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

J9 YMA was last recorded at 35,908 miles on 23 Dec 2025, 1,846 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
34,062 miles · 20 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
1,846 miles
Average per year
1,879 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 35,908 miles
  • 2024 – 34,062 miles
  • 2023 – 33,256 miles
  • 2022 – 32,131 miles
  • 2021 – 31,651 miles
  • 2020 – 30,920 miles
  • 2019 – 28,693 miles
  • 2018 – 27,038 miles
  • 2017 – 24,885 miles
  • 2016 – 20,973 miles
  • 2015 – 17,903 miles
  • 2014 – 14,694 miles
  • 2013 – 12,761 miles
  • 2012 – 11,138 miles
  • 2011 – 8,626 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass35,908 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive Rear diff input seal leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFuel filler cap seal crackingRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both slightly swollen (1.1.11 (c))

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 disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Fuel cap seal cracked.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

18 tests since 18 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass35,908 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    35,908 miles
    Test number
    165381881865
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive Rear diff input seal leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel filler cap seal cracking
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both slightly swollen (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail35,908 miles (+1,846)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,908 miles
    Test number
    194877836308
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive Rear diff input seal leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel filler cap seal cracking
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both slightly swollen (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass34,062 miles (+806)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    34,062 miles
    Test number
    924826865237
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective Smear slightly (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel filler cap seal cracking
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Slightly swollen (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass33,256 miles (+1,125)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    33,256 miles
    Test number
    234614431309
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perished.
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass32,131 miles (+480)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    32,131 miles
    Test number
    323586840230
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal cracked.
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass31,651 miles (+731)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    31,651 miles
    Test number
    442060371654
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal cracked.
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass30,920 miles (+2,227)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    30,920 miles
    Test number
    405600450015
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Starting to wear edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass28,693 miles (+1,655)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    28,693 miles
    Test number
    943664573571
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass27,038 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    27,038 miles
    Test number
    641277329010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail27,038 miles (+2,153)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,038 miles
    Test number
    867105660764
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass24,885 miles (+3,912)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    24,885 miles
    Test number
    265106702173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass20,973 miles (+3,070)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    20,973 miles
    Test number
    180514983175
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryVehicle has covers fitted unable to see certain testable items

  13. Pass17,903 miles (+3,209)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    17,903 miles
    Test number
    705128265112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass14,694 miles (+1,933)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    14,694 miles
    Test number
    455500374180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass12,761 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    12,761 miles
    Test number
    825699073164
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  16. Fail12,761 miles (+1,623)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    12,761 miles
    Test number
    509439473154
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  17. Pass11,138 miles (+2,512)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    11,138 miles
    Test number
    107784252141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass8,626 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    8,626 miles
    Test number
    625049561189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about J9 YMA

Does J9 YMA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on J9 YMA is valid until 27 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on J9 YMA?
The MOT on J9 YMA is valid until 27 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has J9 YMA done?
J9 YMA was recorded at 35,908 miles at its MOT on 23 Dec 2025, an average of 1,879 miles a year.
Has J9 YMA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. J9 YMA has failed 3 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on J9 YMA 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 YMA find?
J9 YMA passed its latest MOT on 23 Dec 2025 with 5 advisories: fluid leak, but not excessive rear diff input seal leaking; front brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.; fuel filler cap seal cracking, and 2 more.

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