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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 1994 · 2,494 cc

L60 JFMMOT history

L60 JFM is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 4 Mar 1994. Its MOT is valid until 24 Mar 2027 and it has passed 21 of 29 MOT tests, with 124,421 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 24 Mar 2027
Mileage
124,421 mi
At MOT on 5 Mar 2026
MOT tests
29
21 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,782 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L60 JFM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
4 Mar 1994
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L60 JFM was last recorded at 124,421 miles on 5 Mar 2026, 1,333 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
123,088 miles · 11 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
1,333 miles
Average per year
2,782 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 124,421 miles
  • 2025 – 123,088 miles
  • 2024 – 121,937 miles
  • 2023 – 120,900 miles
  • 2022 – 119,323 miles
  • 2021 – 117,518 miles
  • 2020 – 116,264 miles
  • 2019 – 113,458 miles
  • 2018 – 110,980 miles
  • 2017 – 107,987 miles
  • 2016 – 104,242 miles
  • 2015 – 100,673 miles
  • 2014 – 97,653 miles
  • 2013 – 94,984 miles
  • 2012 – 92,175 miles
  • 2011 – 88,943 miles
  • 2010 – 85,485 miles
  • 2009 – 81,396 miles
  • 2008 – 77,074 miles
  • 2007 – 72,596 miles
  • 2006 – 68,917 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass124,421 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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 hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2015

Full MOT history

29 tests since 22 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass124,421 miles (+1,333)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    124,421 miles
    Test number
    387926491748
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Pass123,088 miles (+1,151)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    123,088 miles
    Test number
    800015376190
    • AdvisoryBoth rear trailing arm mounts corroded
  3. Pass121,937 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    121,937 miles
    Test number
    999516538009
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  4. Fail121,937 miles (+1,037)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,937 miles
    Test number
    437596983019
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  5. Pass120,900 miles (+1,577)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    120,900 miles
    Test number
    596695633385
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass119,323 miles (+1,805)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    119,323 miles
    Test number
    359222708655

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass117,518 miles (+1,254)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    117,518 miles
    Test number
    556183013000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass116,264 miles (+2,806)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    116,264 miles
    Test number
    430866681503
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  9. Pass113,458 miles (+38)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    113,458 miles
    Test number
    510292364749
    • AdvisoryBoth front wishbone bushes split
    • AdvisoryBoth rear trailing arm bushes split
  10. Fail113,420 miles (+2,440)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,420 miles
    Test number
    472937852078
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBoth front wishbone bushes split
    • AdvisoryBoth rear trailing arm bushes split
    • AdvisoryVery slight leak from pas
  11. Pass110,980 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    110,980 miles
    Test number
    608103801690
    • AdvisoryAUX belt deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front fog lamp insecure and full of water
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded All rear pipes (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryViscous fan housing excessively deteriorated
  12. Fail110,980 miles (+2,993)1 failure10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,980 miles
    Test number
    488786642083
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryAUX belt deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front fog lamp insecure and full of water
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded All rear pipes (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryViscous fan housing excessively deteriorated
  13. Pass107,987 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    107,987 miles
    Test number
    262965572866
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  14. Fail107,987 miles (+3,745)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,987 miles
    Test number
    240071164522
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  15. Pass104,242 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    104,242 miles
    Test number
    154388946839
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  16. Fail104,242 miles (+3,569)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,242 miles
    Test number
    832107861408
    • FailurePower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  17. Fail100,673 miles1 repaired12 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,673 miles
    Test number
    238191975034
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Fluid suspension unit slightly deteriorated (2.4.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Fluid suspension unit slightly deteriorated (2.4.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  18. Pass100,673 miles (+3,020)12 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    100,673 miles
    Test number
    289721175064
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Fluid suspension unit slightly deteriorated (2.4.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Fluid suspension unit slightly deteriorated (2.4.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  19. Pass97,653 miles (+2,669)5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    97,653 miles
    Test number
    727613284031
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteBoth rear shock absorber inserts corroded at top
    • NoteCracking in both front wishbone rear mounts
    • NotePlay within o/s of steering rack
  20. Pass94,984 miles (+2,809)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    94,984 miles
    Test number
    938812273096
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteCracking in both front wishbone rear mounts
    • NotePlay within o/s of steering rack
    • NoteRear shock absorber inserts corroded at top
  21. Pass92,175 miles (+3,232)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    92,175 miles
    Test number
    425222372089
    • NoteCracking in both front wishbone rear mounts
    • NoteRear shock absorber inserts corroded at top
  22. Pass88,943 miles (+3,458)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    88,943 miles
    Test number
    438983781070
    • NoteCracking in both front wishbone rear mounts
  23. Pass85,485 miles (+4,089)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    85,485 miles
    Test number
    952687670048
    • NoteCracking in both front wishbone rear mounts
    • NoteVery slight play within o/s of steering rack
    • NoteWipers smearing screen
  24. Pass81,396 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    81,396 miles
    Test number
    140151779030
    • NoteBoth front lower arm,rear rubber mountings cracking up and going soft.
    • NotePlay within steering rack.
  25. Fail81,393 miles (+4,319)2 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,393 miles
    Test number
    163921579430
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Inner Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBoth front lower arm,rear rubber mountings cracking up and going soft.
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn low on inner edge.
    • NotePlay within steering rack.
  26. Pass77,074 miles (+1)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    77,074 miles
    Test number
    950086468015
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteSlight play within steering rack.
  27. Fail77,073 miles (+4,477)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,073 miles
    Test number
    121285368457
    • FailureOffside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  28. Pass72,596 miles (+3,679)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    72,596 miles
    Test number
    980940687063
    • NoteN/s/r tyre 2.5mm
    • NoteNail in o/s/r tyre ---punctured
    • NoteRear brake pads worn close to sensor --- rear discs worn
    • NoteSlight lift in o/s/f rack arm
  29. Pass68,917 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    68,917 miles
    Test number
    842831786047
    • NoteCar did take slightly longer to pass emissions test than normal.
    • NoteN/S Hand brake slower to operate than O/S hand brake on brake tester.
    • NoteSlight dampness around power steering resovior.

Questions about L60 JFM

Does L60 JFM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L60 JFM is valid until 24 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on L60 JFM?
The MOT on L60 JFM 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 L60 JFM done?
L60 JFM was recorded at 124,421 miles at its MOT on 5 Mar 2026, an average of 2,782 miles a year.
Has L60 JFM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L60 JFM has failed 8 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on L60 JFM 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 L60 JFM find?
L60 JFM passed its latest MOT on 5 Mar 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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