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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,995 cc

JC 385MOT history

JC 385 is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 6 Feb 2003. Its MOT expired on 24 Jun 2026 and it has passed 19 of 31 MOT tests, with 120,881 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Jun 2025.

JC 385 silver BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 24 Jun 2026
Mileage
120,881 mi
At MOT on 25 Jun 2025
MOT tests
31
19 passed · 12 failed
Per year
5,178 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
JC 385
Registration format
Dateless
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
6 Feb 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Jun 2026
Latest MOT test
25 Jun 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

JC 385 was last recorded at 120,881 miles on 25 Jun 2025, 13 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
120,868 miles · 19 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
13 miles
Average per year
5,178 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 120,881 miles
  • 2024 – 116,084 miles
  • 2023 – 110,890 miles
  • 2022 – 103,916 miles
  • 2021 – 100,110 miles
  • 2019 – 96,931 miles
  • 2018 – 92,445 miles
  • 2017 – 89,858 miles
  • 2016 – 83,992 miles
  • 2015 – 76,558 miles
  • 2013 – 70,100 miles
  • 2012 – 66,542 miles
  • 2011 – 63,037 miles
  • 2010 – 55,520 miles
  • 2009 – 46,714 miles
  • 2008 – 37,978 miles
  • 2007 – 30,708 miles
  • 2006 – 20,745 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass120,881 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Pipe corroded (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Pipe corroded (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Main pipe to rear brake hose corroded (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Rear gearbox (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.

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2011

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

31 tests since 21 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass120,881 miles (+13)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    120,881 miles
    Test number
    552225178379
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Pipe corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Pipe corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Main pipe to rear brake hose corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Rear gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail120,868 miles (+4,784)7 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,868 miles
    Test number
    313189341128
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Pipe corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Pipe corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Main pipe to rear brake hose corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass116,084 miles (+7)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2025
    Odometer
    116,084 miles
    Test number
    795640989018
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to Rear (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Fail116,077 miles (+5,187)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,077 miles
    Test number
    310943063544
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to Rear (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass110,890 miles (+143)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2024
    Odometer
    110,890 miles
    Test number
    245251984912
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Main pipe from front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Fail110,747 miles (+6,831)3 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,747 miles
    Test number
    240454036947
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryEml on

  7. Pass103,916 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2023
    Odometer
    103,916 miles
    Test number
    321324911563
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Slightly perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Slightly perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Fail103,916 miles (+3,806)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,916 miles
    Test number
    496846662616
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Slightly perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Slightly perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass100,110 miles (+6)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2022
    Odometer
    100,110 miles
    Test number
    162853270958
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail100,104 miles (+3,173)1 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,104 miles
    Test number
    613197435720
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak Several leaks (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass96,931 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    96,931 miles
    Test number
    233544710977
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Fail96,931 miles (+4,486)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,931 miles
    Test number
    633212196845
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass92,445 miles (+2,587)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    92,445 miles
    Test number
    667171412825

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass89,858 miles (+5,866)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    89,858 miles
    Test number
    974508673001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass83,992 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    83,992 miles
    Test number
    803695812590

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail83,992 miles (+7,434)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,992 miles
    Test number
    439866223090
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  17. Pass76,558 miles (+20)2 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    76,558 miles
    Test number
    198887415021
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront to rear brake pipe corroded.
    • NoteUnable to properly check sills because of plastic covers.

  18. Fail76,538 miles (+6,438)7 failures6 advisories7 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,538 miles
    Test number
    735093605013
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • FailureNearside rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront to rear brake pipe corroded.
    • NoteO/s/r tyre has cuts but not deep enough to reach ply cords.
    • NoteUnable to properly check sills because of plastic covers.

  19. Pass70,100 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    70,100 miles
    Test number
    358021133301

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail70,100 miles (+3,558)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,100 miles
    Test number
    315061733339
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  21. Pass66,542 miles (+27)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    66,542 miles
    Test number
    329785532356
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

  22. Fail66,515 miles (+3,478)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,515 miles
    Test number
    229918022360
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

  23. Pass63,037 miles (+16)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    63,037 miles
    Test number
    855733441383
    • DangerousOil leak
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  24. Fail63,021 miles (+7,501)1 dangerous2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,021 miles
    Test number
    796237631389
    • DangerousOil leak
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  25. Pass55,520 miles (+8,806)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    55,520 miles
    Test number
    784993720364

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass46,714 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    46,714 miles
    Test number
    270004719301

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail46,714 miles (+2,974)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,714 miles
    Test number
    543104119385
    • Repaired at testCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  28. Pass43,740 miles (+5,762)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    43,740 miles
    Test number
    210359259055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass37,978 miles (+7,270)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    37,978 miles
    Test number
    332846228088
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  30. Pass30,708 miles (+9,963)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    30,708 miles
    Test number
    981000847016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass20,745 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    20,745 miles
    Test number
    391662656059
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Questions about JC 385

What vehicle is registration JC 385 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show JC 385 on a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 6 Feb 2003. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does JC 385 currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on JC 385 expired on 24 Jun 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on JC 385?
The MOT on JC 385 expired on 24 Jun 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has JC 385 done?
JC 385 was recorded at 120,881 miles at its MOT on 25 Jun 2025, an average of 5,178 miles a year.
Has JC 385 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. JC 385 has failed 12 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on JC 385 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 JC 385 find?
JC 385 passed its latest MOT on 25 Jun 2025 with 5 advisories: central front oil leak, but not excessive; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipe corroded; offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipe corroded, and 2 more.

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