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Grey · Petrol · 2005 · 2,979 cc

JU52 ZENMOT history

JU52 ZEN is a grey petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 16 Jun 2005. Its MOT is valid until 24 Mar 2027 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 47,738 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 24 Mar 2027
Mileage
47,738 mi
At MOT on 25 Mar 2026
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,860 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
JU52 ZEN
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
16 Jun 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

JU52 ZEN was last recorded at 47,738 miles on 25 Mar 2026, 75 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
47,663 miles · 20 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
75 miles
Average per year
1,860 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 47,738 miles
  • 2025 – 44,660 miles
  • 2024 – 43,007 miles
  • 2023 – 41,593 miles
  • 2022 – 39,659 miles
  • 2021 – 37,350 miles
  • 2019 – 36,067 miles
  • 2018 – 34,946 miles
  • 2017 – 33,633 miles
  • 2016 – 32,458 miles
  • 2015 – 31,541 miles
  • 2014 – 29,975 miles
  • 2013 – 28,170 miles
  • 2012 – 26,486 miles
  • 2011 – 24,136 miles
  • 2010 – 22,032 miles
  • 2009 – 19,569 miles
  • 2008 – 14,676 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass47,738 miles
  • MinorWindow excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view front both (3.2 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

24 tests since 16 Jun 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass47,738 miles (+75)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    47,738 miles
    Test number
    484777848689
    • MinorWindow excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view front both (3.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail47,663 miles (+3,003)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,663 miles
    Test number
    823487478568
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible HID kit fitted (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible HID kit fitted (4.1.4 (c))
    • MinorWindow excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view both sides front (3.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass44,660 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    44,660 miles
    Test number
    165935286115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail44,660 miles (+1,653)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,660 miles
    Test number
    135240941939
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  5. Pass43,007 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    43,007 miles
    Test number
    918981207010
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail43,007 miles (+1,414)2 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,007 miles
    Test number
    536404470607
    • DangerousFront Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn REAR BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn REAR BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass41,593 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    41,593 miles
    Test number
    249678695541
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail41,593 miles (+1,934)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,593 miles
    Test number
    513618086244
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (3.3 (c))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass39,659 miles (+2,309)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    39,659 miles
    Test number
    955556964244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass37,350 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    37,350 miles
    Test number
    356227581281
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged cut in outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Fail37,350 miles (+1,283)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,350 miles
    Test number
    819561291286
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged cut in outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Pass36,067 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    36,067 miles
    Test number
    540656966137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail36,065 miles (+1,119)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,065 miles
    Test number
    401777457534
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

  14. Pass34,946 miles (+1,313)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    34,946 miles
    Test number
    972398066152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass33,633 miles (+1,175)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    33,633 miles
    Test number
    838495901247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass32,458 miles (+917)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    32,458 miles
    Test number
    139303814608

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass31,541 miles (+1,566)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    31,541 miles
    Test number
    556039145176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass29,975 miles (+1,805)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    29,975 miles
    Test number
    709794664109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass28,170 miles (+1,684)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    28,170 miles
    Test number
    456719953153
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAll 4 tyres cracking
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on edges

  20. Pass26,486 miles (+2,350)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    26,486 miles
    Test number
    456456662149
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteMich pilot sport 255/35 zr18 90y

  21. Pass24,136 miles (+2,104)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    24,136 miles
    Test number
    146725451180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass22,032 miles (+2,463)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    22,032 miles
    Test number
    811037660158
    • NoteN/s/r tyre inner sidewall has partial seperation of its structure

  23. Pass19,569 miles (+4,893)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    19,569 miles
    Test number
    501788149160
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  24. Pass14,676 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    14,676 miles
    Test number
    722308268158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about JU52 ZEN

Does JU52 ZEN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on JU52 ZEN is valid until 24 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on JU52 ZEN?
The MOT on JU52 ZEN is valid until 24 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has JU52 ZEN done?
JU52 ZEN was recorded at 47,738 miles at its MOT on 25 Mar 2026, an average of 1,860 miles a year.
Has JU52 ZEN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. JU52 ZEN has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on JU52 ZEN 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 JU52 ZEN find?
JU52 ZEN passed its latest MOT on 25 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view front both; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; oil leak, but not excessive, and 1 more.

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