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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,995 cc

MJY 754MOT history

MJY 754 is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 7 Mar 2003. Its MOT is valid until 23 Mar 2027 and it has passed 21 of 33 MOT tests, with 90,994 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Mar 2026.

MJY 754 silver BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 23 Mar 2027
Mileage
90,994 mi
At MOT on 24 Mar 2026
MOT tests
33
21 passed · 12 failed
Per year
3,667 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
MJY 754
Registration format
Dateless
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
7 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

MJY 754 was last recorded at 90,994 miles on 24 Mar 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
90,994 miles · 20 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,667 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 90,994 miles
  • 2025 – 89,886 miles
  • 2024 – 88,611 miles
  • 2023 – 86,956 miles
  • 2022 – 85,435 miles
  • 2021 – 85,429 miles
  • 2020 – 84,388 miles
  • 2019 – 83,539 miles
  • 2018 – 81,841 miles
  • 2017 – 79,736 miles
  • 2016 – 75,912 miles
  • 2015 – 72,409 miles
  • 2014 – 69,365 miles
  • 2013 – 65,752 miles
  • 2012 – 62,089 miles
  • 2011 – 57,958 miles
  • 2010 – 49,079 miles
  • 2009 – 40,533 miles
  • 2008 – 33,553 miles
  • 2007 – 18,868 miles
  • 2006 – 17,428 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass90,994 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Oil leaking excessively from engine

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2026

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2026

Full MOT history

33 tests since 1 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass90,994 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    90,994 miles
    Test number
    357607677022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail90,994 miles (+1,108)1 dangerous4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,994 miles
    Test number
    670731444880
    • DangerousBrake pipe connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system front to rear (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  3. Pass89,886 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    89,886 miles
    Test number
    773032940485
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail89,886 miles (+1,275)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,886 miles
    Test number
    305296096848
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced BATTERY TRY (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass88,611 miles (+1,655)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    88,611 miles
    Test number
    967725457112
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass86,956 miles (+1,521)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    86,956 miles
    Test number
    334792277752
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFull exhaust exhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryFull underside of vehicle corroded

  7. Pass85,435 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    85,435 miles
    Test number
    324504182845
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle corroded

  8. Fail85,429 miles (+1,041)3 dangerous5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,429 miles
    Test number
    765930400190
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass84,388 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    84,388 miles
    Test number
    393511626516
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  10. Fail84,388 miles (+849)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,388 miles
    Test number
    844362267420
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Pass83,539 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    83,539 miles
    Test number
    255950838452
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  12. Fail83,539 miles (+1,698)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,539 miles
    Test number
    930963470229
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  13. Pass81,841 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    81,841 miles
    Test number
    606867644140
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Fail81,841 miles (+2,105)2 repaired10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,841 miles
    Test number
    672632742791
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Pass79,736 miles (+21)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    79,736 miles
    Test number
    355937268923
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded at join (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine and gearbox
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  16. Fail79,715 miles (+3,803)10 failures9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,715 miles
    Test number
    678530535587
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt droplink (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded at join (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine and gearbox
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  17. Pass75,912 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    75,912 miles
    Test number
    987168520536
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryOil leak gear box

  18. Fail75,910 miles (+3,501)6 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,910 miles
    Test number
    304016492186
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.3.A.1)
    • FailureFuel system component leaking filter (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryOil leak gear box

  19. Pass72,409 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    72,409 miles
    Test number
    100128894481
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryCentre section bracket broken but exhaust still secure

  20. Fail72,409 miles (+3,044)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,409 miles
    Test number
    275831152541
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryCentre section bracket broken but exhaust still secure

  21. Pass69,365 miles (+3,613)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    69,365 miles
    Test number
    209009234368

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass65,752 miles (+3,663)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    65,752 miles
    Test number
    337123733334
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  23. Pass62,089 miles (+4,131)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    62,089 miles
    Test number
    237540842379
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  24. Pass57,958 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    57,958 miles
    Test number
    578435811336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail57,958 miles (+8,879)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,958 miles
    Test number
    786005211345
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  26. Pass49,079 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    49,079 miles
    Test number
    902596910384

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail49,079 miles (+8,546)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,079 miles
    Test number
    662045310388
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  28. Pass40,533 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    40,533 miles
    Test number
    654373879138
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  29. Fail40,533 miles (+6,980)1 dangerous2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,533 miles
    Test number
    264129269122
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  30. Pass33,553 miles (+14,685)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    33,553 miles
    Test number
    262264358198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass18,868 miles (+103)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2008
    Odometer
    18,868 miles
    Test number
    243170757451

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass18,765 miles (+1,337)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    18,765 miles
    Test number
    181825367432

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Pass17,428 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    17,428 miles
    Test number
    283820366079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about MJY 754

What vehicle is registration MJY 754 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show MJY 754 on a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 7 Mar 2003. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does MJY 754 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on MJY 754 is valid until 23 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on MJY 754?
The MOT on MJY 754 is valid until 23 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has MJY 754 done?
MJY 754 was recorded at 90,994 miles at its MOT on 24 Mar 2026, an average of 3,667 miles a year.
Has MJY 754 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. MJY 754 has failed 12 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on MJY 754 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 MJY 754 find?
MJY 754 passed its latest MOT on 24 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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