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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 1995 · 1,796 cc

M350 RJMMOT history

M350 RJM is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 31 Dec 1995. Its MOT expired on 3 Mar 2025 and it has passed 15 of 26 MOT tests, with 158,126 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Mar 2025.

M350 RJM blue BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 3 Mar 2025
Mileage
158,126 mi
At MOT on 18 Mar 2025
MOT tests
26
15 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,147 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
M350 RJM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
1995
First used
31 Dec 1995
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Mar 2025
Latest MOT test
18 Mar 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

M350 RJM was last recorded at 158,126 miles on 18 Mar 2025, 3,662 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Mar 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
154,464 miles · 4 Mar 2024
Between the last two tests
3,662 miles
Average per year
4,147 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 158,126 miles
  • 2024 – 154,464 miles
  • 2021 – 154,396 miles
  • 2020 – 147,440 miles
  • 2018 – 138,558 miles
  • 2017 – 129,897 miles
  • 2016 – 126,324 miles
  • 2015 – 121,836 miles
  • 2014 – 119,570 miles
  • 2013 – 116,387 miles
  • 2012 – 113,062 miles
  • 2011 – 108,611 miles
  • 2010 – 102,937 miles
  • 2009 – 96,997 miles
  • 2008 – 93,047 miles
  • 2006 – 82,368 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail158,126 miles
  • DangerousFront Anti-roll bar linkage missing both sides (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousFront Anti-roll bar missing (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
  • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested due to n/s/f brake recording little effort test cannot be completed (1.2.1 (g))
  • MajorEmissions unable to be completed due to several exhaust leaks contributing together (8.2.1.2 (d))
  • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MinorFront Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both sides (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryAll jacking points corroded
  • AdvisoryAll tyres wearing low and heavily perished - advise replaced
  • AdvisoryAll under body components and prescribed areas corrodedRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryBoth sides sills / floors / vehicle structure corroded
  • AdvisoryBoth sides sills covered with under seal and corroded slightly
  • AdvisoryExhaust system deteriorated / leaking

What MOT failures 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.

  • Both sides sill covered with under seal spray

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2024

Full MOT history

26 tests since 11 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail158,126 miles (+3,662)2 dangerous5 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,126 miles
    Test number
    298043681092
    • DangerousFront Anti-roll bar linkage missing both sides (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousFront Anti-roll bar missing (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested due to n/s/f brake recording little effort test cannot be completed (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed due to several exhaust leaks contributing together (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both sides (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll jacking points corroded
    • AdvisoryAll tyres wearing low and heavily perished - advise replaced
    • AdvisoryAll under body components and prescribed areas corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth sides sills / floors / vehicle structure corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth sides sills covered with under seal and corroded slightly
    • AdvisoryExhaust system deteriorated / leaking

  2. Pass154,464 miles (+6)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    154,464 miles
    Test number
    912668915674
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll under body components and prescribed areas corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth sides sill covered with under seal spray
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth sides jacking points corroded

  3. Fail154,458 miles (+62)3 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,458 miles
    Test number
    145200420543
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll under body components and prescribed areas corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth sides sill covered with under seal spray
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail154,396 miles (+6,956)1 dangerous7 major12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,396 miles
    Test number
    702990888032
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to back (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to back (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass147,440 miles (+8,882)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    147,440 miles
    Test number
    383787052889
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to back (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to back (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to off side outer sill (not within 30 cm of mountings)
    • AdvisorySlight play in off side inner steering rack end
    • AdvisoryUnable to fully inspect rear coil springs

  6. Pass138,558 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    138,558 miles
    Test number
    670223860347
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryChip on screen

  7. Fail138,557 miles (+8,660)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,557 miles
    Test number
    443612495994
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel badly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryChip on screen

  8. Pass129,897 miles (+3,573)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    129,897 miles
    Test number
    574911277320
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  9. Pass126,324 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    126,324 miles
    Test number
    696325970759
    • AdvisoryFront front flexi brake hoses perishing
    • AdvisoryFront nsf lower arm inner bush slitting

  10. Fail126,324 miles (+4,488)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,324 miles
    Test number
    523747731283
    • FailureFront Steering rack gaiter split osf (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront front flexi brake hoses perishing
    • AdvisoryFront nsf lower arm inner bush slitting

  11. Pass121,836 miles (+12)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    121,836 miles
    Test number
    678484488069
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  12. Fail121,824 miles (+2,254)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,824 miles
    Test number
    993206228047
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureParking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (3.1.3c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  13. Pass119,570 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    119,570 miles
    Test number
    167150954365
    • NoteFront lower arm, rear bushes split
    • NoteNearside front washer blocked

  14. Fail119,570 miles (+3,183)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,570 miles
    Test number
    905240654380
    • FailureNearside Inner Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteFront lower arm, rear bushes split
    • NoteNearside front washer blocked

  15. Pass116,387 miles (+3,325)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    116,387 miles
    Test number
    709657143376

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail113,062 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,062 miles
    Test number
    427183952432
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  17. Pass113,062 miles (+4,451)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    113,062 miles
    Test number
    825153952303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass108,611 miles (+5,674)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    108,611 miles
    Test number
    319869741338
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass102,937 miles (+5,940)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    102,937 miles
    Test number
    964730350300

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail96,997 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,997 miles
    Test number
    181803449343
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  21. Pass96,997 miles (+3,950)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    96,997 miles
    Test number
    644843449338
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  22. Pass93,047 miles5 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    93,047 miles
    Test number
    273213058328
    • NoteNearside front tyre outer edge worn and small cuts in side wall
    • NoteNo plates peeling
    • NoteOffside front brake flexy pipe starting to perish
    • NotePassenger wiper slightly split
    • NoteRusty offside rear brake pipe

  23. Fail93,047 miles (+5,033)1 repaired5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,047 miles
    Test number
    963243358379
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteNearside front tyre outer edge worn and small cuts in side wall
    • NoteNo plates peeling
    • NoteOffside front brake flexy pipe starting to perish
    • NotePassenger wiper slightly split
    • NoteRusty offside rear brake pipe

  24. Pass88,014 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    88,014 miles
    Test number
    584592208083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail88,014 miles (+5,646)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,014 miles
    Test number
    281842708093
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNo.plates slightly discoloured
    • NoteRattle from middle exhaust area

  26. Pass82,368 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    82,368 miles
    Test number
    882195346369
    • NoteFRONT AND REAR REGISTRATION PLATES FADED
    • NoteOFFSIDE AND NEARSIDE FRONT LOWER SUSPENSION ARM REAR MOUNTING BUSHES SPLIT

Questions about M350 RJM

Does M350 RJM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on M350 RJM expired on 3 Mar 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on M350 RJM?
The MOT on M350 RJM expired on 3 Mar 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has M350 RJM done?
M350 RJM was recorded at 158,126 miles at its MOT on 18 Mar 2025, an average of 4,147 miles a year.
Has M350 RJM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. M350 RJM has failed 11 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on M350 RJM 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 M350 RJM find?
M350 RJM failed its latest MOT on 18 Mar 2025 with 2 dangerous defects, 5 major defects, 1 minor defect and 8 advisories: front anti-roll bar linkage missing both sides; front anti-roll bar missing; brake performance unable to be tested due to n/s/f brake recording little effort test cannot be completed, and 13 more.

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