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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2006 · 2,497 cc

L30 JNEMOT history

L30 JNE is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 18 Jan 2006. Its MOT is valid until 15 Jan 2027 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 85,415 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jan 2026.

L30 JNE black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 15 Jan 2027
Mileage
85,415 mi
At MOT on 16 Jan 2026
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,951 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L30 JNE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,497 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
18 Jan 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L30 JNE was last recorded at 85,415 miles on 16 Jan 2026, 4,485 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
80,930 miles · 14 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
4,485 miles
Average per year
3,951 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 85,415 miles
  • 2024 – 80,930 miles
  • 2023 – 78,804 miles
  • 2022 – 69,644 miles
  • 2020 – 67,909 miles
  • 2019 – 66,370 miles
  • 2017 – 64,365 miles
  • 2016 – 62,155 miles
  • 2015 – 57,633 miles
  • 2014 – 53,588 miles
  • 2013 – 48,177 miles
  • 2012 – 41,785 miles
  • 2011 – 28,535 miles
  • 2010 – 22,751 miles
  • 2009 – 18,248 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass85,415 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryUnresolved manufacturers safety recall found

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.

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both Sides Lipped.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2013

Full MOT history

24 tests since 15 Jan 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass85,415 miles (+4,485)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    85,415 miles
    Test number
    755122688277
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnresolved manufacturers safety recall found

  2. Pass80,930 miles (+2,126)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    80,930 miles
    Test number
    223670001331
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryDamage to bonnet and nearside of vehicle

  3. Pass78,804 miles (+4,483)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    78,804 miles
    Test number
    477929063931
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass74,321 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    74,321 miles
    Test number
    558344777873
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both Sides Lipped. (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  5. Fail74,321 miles (+4,677)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,321 miles
    Test number
    698066166666
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both Sides Lipped. (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  6. Pass69,644 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    69,644 miles
    Test number
    106302499318
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  7. Fail69,644 miles (+1,735)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,644 miles
    Test number
    967300781162
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  8. Pass67,909 miles (+738)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    67,909 miles
    Test number
    779624988194
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass67,171 miles (+801)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    67,171 miles
    Test number
    685897455359

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass66,370 miles (+2,005)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    66,370 miles
    Test number
    367596330257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass64,365 miles (+2,210)
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    64,365 miles
    Test number
    618267972374

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass62,155 miles (+4,522)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    62,155 miles
    Test number
    925728839458
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar damaged but not seriously weakened both (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  13. Pass57,633 miles (+4,045)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    57,633 miles
    Test number
    304278997232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass53,588 miles (+5,411)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    53,588 miles
    Test number
    805442354391
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass48,177 miles (+6,392)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    48,177 miles
    Test number
    289757043320
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/SIDE REAR DOOR HANDLE BROKEN

  16. Pass41,785 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    41,785 miles
    Test number
    338392952370

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail41,784 miles (+6,897)2 dangerous1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,784 miles
    Test number
    478949342417
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFRONT NUMBER PLATE DAMAGED

  18. Pass34,887 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    34,887 miles
    Test number
    456519412025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail34,885 miles (+6,350)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,885 miles
    Test number
    446339512021
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  20. Pass28,535 miles (+5,784)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    28,535 miles
    Test number
    238098411024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail22,751 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,751 miles
    Test number
    421174700077
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • 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)

  22. Pass22,751 miles (+4,503)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    22,751 miles
    Test number
    872174100082
    • 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)

  23. Fail18,248 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,248 miles
    Test number
    693325619082
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  24. Pass18,248 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    18,248 miles
    Test number
    712275419059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L30 JNE

Does L30 JNE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L30 JNE is valid until 15 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on L30 JNE?
The MOT on L30 JNE is valid until 15 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L30 JNE done?
L30 JNE was recorded at 85,415 miles at its MOT on 16 Jan 2026, an average of 3,951 miles a year.
Has L30 JNE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L30 JNE has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on L30 JNE 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 L30 JNE find?
L30 JNE passed its latest MOT on 16 Jan 2026 with 3 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; unresolved manufacturers safety recall found.

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