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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Diesel · 2010 · 2,993 cc

K40 JFHMOT history

K40 JFH is a grey diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 13 Jan 2010. Its MOT is valid until 16 Feb 2027 and it has passed 14 of 22 MOT tests, with 98,934 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Feb 2026.

K40 JFH grey BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 16 Feb 2027
Mileage
98,934 mi
At MOT on 17 Feb 2026
MOT tests
22
14 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,589 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K40 JFH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
13 Jan 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K40 JFH was last recorded at 98,934 miles on 17 Feb 2026, 10 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
98,924 miles · 10 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
10 miles
Average per year
6,589 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 98,934 miles
  • 2025 – 94,770 miles
  • 2024 – 94,762 miles
  • 2023 – 89,933 miles
  • 2022 – 85,512 miles
  • 2021 – 79,544 miles
  • 2020 – 74,713 miles
  • 2019 – 70,442 miles
  • 2018 – 64,005 miles
  • 2017 – 55,943 miles
  • 2016 – 51,071 miles
  • 2015 – 41,523 miles
  • 2014 – 31,135 miles
  • 2013 – 19,792 miles
  • 2012 – 11,904 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass98,934 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small crack low down in centre of windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material protective coating bubbling/peeling on brake pipes underside at rear, brake pipes coated with grease (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread plate cracked (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to legal limit, worn to approximately 2mm (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing dirt shield loose (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play slight play in lower rear suspension arm ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to approximately 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing dirt shield loose (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield loose underside at rearRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryExtensive surface corrosion on rear subframe and rear suspension componentsRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisorySurface corrosion on floor and chassis underside at rearRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front number plate cracked

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

22 tests since 3 Dec 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass98,934 miles (+10)1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    98,934 miles
    Test number
    515610724153
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small crack low down in centre of windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material protective coating bubbling/peeling on brake pipes underside at rear, brake pipes coated with grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread plate cracked (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to legal limit, worn to approximately 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing dirt shield loose (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play slight play in lower rear suspension arm ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to approximately 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing dirt shield loose (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield loose underside at rear
    • AdvisoryExtensive surface corrosion on rear subframe and rear suspension components
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion on floor and chassis underside at rear
  2. Fail98,924 miles (+4,154)1 dangerous2 major1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,924 miles
    Test number
    251983161835
    • DangerousNearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted friction material loose (1.1.13 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn lower ball joint worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small crack low down in centre of windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material protective coating bubbling/peeling on brake pipes underside at rear, brake pipes coated with grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread plate cracked (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to legal limit, worn to approximately 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing dirt shield loose (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play slight play in lower rear suspension arm ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to approximately 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing dirt shield loose (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield loose underside at rear
    • AdvisoryExtensive surface corrosion on rear subframe and rear suspension components
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion on floor and chassis underside at rear
  3. Pass94,770 miles (+8)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    94,770 miles
    Test number
    619697853299
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front and rear brake pipe coating bubbling coated in grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to approx 3 mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to approx 3 mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to underside in various places
  4. Fail94,762 miles (+4,829)4 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,762 miles
    Test number
    513241778547
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material surface corrosion on brake pipes underside at rear, protective coating bubbling/peeling on brake pipes underside at front and rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread number plate cracked (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to approximately 3mm, small cuts in outer sidewall (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing dirt shield loose (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted wheel rim buckled slightly on inner edge (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to approximately 3.5mm, small cuts in outer sidewall (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing dirt shield loose (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryExtensive surface corrosion on rear suspension subframe and rear suspension components
    • AdvisoryJacking pad missing from offside front
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion on floor and chassis underside at rear
  5. Pass89,933 miles (+7)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    89,933 miles
    Test number
    210976843633
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySight buckle in wheel rim offside front
  6. Fail89,926 miles (+4,414)2 dangerous3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,926 miles
    Test number
    709771479221
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front daytime running lamp inop
    • AdvisoryOffside Front slight buckle in wheel rim
  7. Pass85,512 miles (+5,968)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    85,512 miles
    Test number
    851939202249
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chips/cracks in centre of screen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule ferrules and brake pipe nuts corroded underside at rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to approximately 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to approximately 2.5mm and outer sidewall damaged (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front number plate cracked (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing dirt shields loose on both rear shock absorbers (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryJacking pad missing at offside front
  8. Pass79,544 miles (+2)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    79,544 miles
    Test number
    646751342606
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small crack in centre (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords cut in outer sidewall, no cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front number plate cracked (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside headlamp washer jet damaged slightly
  9. Fail79,542 miles (+4,829)2 dangerous2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,542 miles
    Test number
    748997477970
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt top gaiter split (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small crack in centre (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords cut in outer sidewall, no cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front number plate cracked (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield loose at rear
    • AdvisoryOffside headlamp washer jet damaged slightly
  10. Pass74,713 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    74,713 miles
    Test number
    556740757730
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre tread worn on inner & outer edges
    • AdvisorySmall chip in windscreen, not seriously effecting drivers view
  11. Fail74,709 miles (+4,267)2 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,709 miles
    Test number
    769117785432
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Uppermost suspension arm, inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Uppermost suspension arm, inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre tread worn on inner & outer edges
    • AdvisorySmall chip in windscreen, not seriously effecting drivers view
  12. Pass70,442 miles (+2)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    70,442 miles
    Test number
    979838073444
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Small chip in screen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both front discs worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Slight play noted at inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn smooth on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Slight play noted at inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre tread worn lumpy on inner edge of tread
  13. Fail70,440 miles (+6,435)1 dangerous1 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,440 miles
    Test number
    388542264413
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Small chip in screen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both front discs worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Slight play noted at inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn smooth on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Slight play noted at inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre tread worn lumpy on inner edge of tread
  14. Pass64,005 miles (+8,062)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    64,005 miles
    Test number
    810750437519
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin Inner brake pad worn to approximately 3mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Disc worn on inner face (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  15. Pass55,943 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    55,943 miles
    Test number
    143293220615
    • AdvisoryFront Both Offside and Nearside front tyres have smooth bands worn to inside and outside edges of tread
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre tread worn to approximately 3mm
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre tread worn to approximately 2.5mm
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  16. Fail55,941 miles (+4,870)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,941 miles
    Test number
    961515071807
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • AdvisoryFront Both Offside and Nearside front tyres have smooth bands worn to inside and outside edges of tread
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre tread worn to approximately 3mm
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre tread worn to approximately 2.5mm
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  17. Pass51,071 miles (+9,548)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    51,071 miles
    Test number
    472466417995
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn to 4.5mm.
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres worn to 4mm.
    • AdvisorySlight damage to outer side wall of nearside front tyre.
    • AdvisorySmall crack in centre of windscreen.
  18. Pass41,523 miles (+225)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    41,523 miles
    Test number
    477932473857

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail41,298 miles (+10,163)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,298 miles
    Test number
    207074479668
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
  20. Pass31,135 miles (+11,343)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    31,135 miles
    Test number
    448789334402

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass19,792 miles (+7,888)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    19,792 miles
    Test number
    396911643338

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass11,904 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    11,904 miles
    Test number
    829168632337

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K40 JFH

Does K40 JFH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K40 JFH is valid until 16 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on K40 JFH?
The MOT on K40 JFH is valid until 16 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K40 JFH done?
K40 JFH was recorded at 98,934 miles at its MOT on 17 Feb 2026, an average of 6,589 miles a year.
Has K40 JFH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K40 JFH has failed 8 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on K40 JFH 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 K40 JFH find?
K40 JFH passed its latest MOT on 17 Feb 2026 with 1 minor defect and 12 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small crack low down in centre of windscreen; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material protective coating bubbling/peeling on brake pipes underside at rear, brake pipes coated with grease; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread plate cracked, and 10 more.

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