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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 1994 · 1,796 cc

L92 JKXMOT history

L92 JKX is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 7 Jan 1994. Its MOT expired on 19 Feb 2024 and it has passed 18 of 34 MOT tests, with 201,181 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Feb 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 19 Feb 2024
Mileage
201,181 mi
At MOT on 20 Feb 2023
MOT tests
34
18 passed · 16 failed
Per year
2,446 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L92 JKX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
7 Jan 1994
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Feb 2024
Latest MOT test
20 Feb 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

L92 JKX was last recorded at 201,181 miles on 20 Feb 2023, 257 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Jan 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
200,924 miles · 21 Jan 2022
Between the last two tests
257 miles
Average per year
2,446 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 201,181 miles
  • 2022 – 200,924 miles
  • 2021 – 199,967 miles
  • 2020 – 199,158 miles
  • 2019 – 197,932 miles
  • 2018 – 197,065 miles
  • 2017 – 196,012 miles
  • 2016 – 194,601 miles
  • 2015 – 191,802 miles
  • 2014 – 189,806 miles
  • 2013 – 187,301 miles
  • 2012 – 185,154 miles
  • 2011 – 182,952 miles
  • 2010 – 181,153 miles
  • 2009 – 179,185 miles
  • 2008 – 176,406 miles
  • 2007 – 169,401 miles
  • 2005 – 159,184 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass201,181 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryAdwised to change

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor4 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

    Dangerous3 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Dangerous3 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Dangerous3 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Parking brake lever worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

34 tests since 19 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass201,181 miles (+257)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    201,181 miles
    Test number
    462536943042
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAdwised to change
  2. Pass200,924 miles (+2)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    200,924 miles
    Test number
    128670475044
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever worn, but not excessively (1.1.6 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryDrivers door card and inner handle slightly loose
    • AdvisoryGear knob missing
  3. Fail200,922 miles (+18)4 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    200,922 miles
    Test number
    189110289409
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever worn, but not excessively (1.1.6 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryDrivers door card and inner handle slightly loose
    • AdvisoryGear knob missing
  4. Fail200,904 miles (+937)4 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    200,904 miles
    Test number
    323287009325
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Pass199,967 miles (+809)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    199,967 miles
    Test number
    687798526024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass199,158 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    199,158 miles
    Test number
    308624021594

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail199,158 miles4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    199,158 miles
    Test number
    756902758865
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
  8. Fail199,154 miles (+18)2 dangerous12 major1 repaired1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    199,154 miles
    Test number
    739262625943
    • DangerousFuel hose so insecure there is a risk of fire fuel filter hose (6.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake hose damaged and likely to fail (1.1.12 (a))
    • 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))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp lens seriously defective (4.2.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Hydraulic brake calliper inadequately mounted retaining clip missing (1.1.16 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt X 2 (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded X 2 (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake lever pivots slightly worn & little hand brake reserve travel (1.1.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOuter sills and parts of vehicle structure corroding within prescribed areas
  9. Fail199,136 miles (+1,204)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    199,136 miles
    Test number
    387309835491
    • MajorExhaust emissions - engine idle speed too high (8.2.1.2 (e))
    • MinorNearside Rear All position lamps have a product on the lenses or light sources which obviously reduces light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  10. Pass197,932 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    197,932 miles
    Test number
    394594487881
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  11. Fail197,932 miles (+867)2 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,932 miles
    Test number
    148808393679
    • MajorExhaust emissions - engine idle speed too high (8.2.1.2 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  12. Pass197,065 miles (+1,053)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    197,065 miles
    Test number
    642741809612
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened Both left and right. (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  13. Pass196,012 miles (+1,411)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    196,012 miles
    Test number
    653628992808

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass194,601 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    194,601 miles
    Test number
    765245543939
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly chafed (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
  15. Fail194,601 miles (+2,799)6 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    194,601 miles
    Test number
    443017630464
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively chafed (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively chafed (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively chafed (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly chafed (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
  16. Pass191,802 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    191,802 miles
    Test number
    437736905161
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Stop lamp damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)
  17. Fail191,802 miles (+1,996)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,802 miles
    Test number
    489706305109
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Stop lamp damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)
  18. Pass189,806 miles (+19)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2015
    Odometer
    189,806 miles
    Test number
    248649334409

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail189,787 miles (+2,486)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,787 miles
    Test number
    866015634155
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
  20. Pass187,301 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2014
    Odometer
    187,301 miles
    Test number
    697446033172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail187,289 miles (+2,135)5 dangerous4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,289 miles
    Test number
    788024233191
    • DangerousNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • DangerousNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • DangerousOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • DangerousService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
  22. Pass185,154 miles (+16)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    185,154 miles
    Test number
    327221802113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail185,138 miles (+2,186)2 dangerous4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,138 miles
    Test number
    447145692086
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • DangerousService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
  24. Pass182,952 miles (+20)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    182,952 miles
    Test number
    846028591001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail182,932 miles (+1,779)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,932 miles
    Test number
    199714691096
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt stitching incomplete (5.2.2b)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt stitching incomplete (5.2.2b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
  26. Pass181,153 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    181,153 miles
    Test number
    850189690055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail181,153 miles (+1,968)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,153 miles
    Test number
    430168890016
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
  28. Pass179,185 miles (+19)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    179,185 miles
    Test number
    512907809199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail179,166 miles (+2,760)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,166 miles
    Test number
    384665109194
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
  30. Pass176,406 miles (+7,005)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    176,406 miles
    Test number
    422820628198
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  31. Fail169,401 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,401 miles
    Test number
    604953917194
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
  32. Pass169,401 miles (+10,217)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    169,401 miles
    Test number
    901883517196
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
  33. Fail159,184 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,184 miles
    Test number
    234413255306
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
  34. Pass159,184 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    159,184 miles
    Test number
    983153355336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L92 JKX

Does L92 JKX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L92 JKX expired on 19 Feb 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L92 JKX?
The MOT on L92 JKX expired on 19 Feb 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L92 JKX done?
L92 JKX was recorded at 201,181 miles at its MOT on 20 Feb 2023, an average of 2,446 miles a year.
Has L92 JKX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L92 JKX has failed 16 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on L92 JKX 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 L92 JKX find?
L92 JKX passed its latest MOT on 20 Feb 2023 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside front outer windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; adwised to change.

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