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BMW 3 Series

Green · Petrol · 1997 · 1,896 cc

P282 HJBMOT history

P282 HJB is a green petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 4 Apr 1997. Its MOT expired on 23 Feb 2024 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 137,176 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Feb 2023.

P282 HJB green BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 23 Feb 2024
Mileage
137,176 mi
At MOT on 23 Feb 2023
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,609 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P282 HJB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
4 Apr 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Feb 2024
Latest MOT test
23 Feb 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

P282 HJB was last recorded at 137,176 miles on 23 Feb 2023, 1,173 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Feb 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
136,003 miles · 23 Feb 2022
Between the last two tests
1,173 miles
Average per year
4,609 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 137,176 miles
  • 2022 – 136,003 miles
  • 2021 – 133,144 miles
  • 2020 – 127,967 miles
  • 2019 – 124,508 miles
  • 2018 – 121,234 miles
  • 2017 – 121,218 miles
  • 2016 – 118,476 miles
  • 2015 – 115,645 miles
  • 2014 – 112,290 miles
  • 2013 – 108,403 miles
  • 2012 – 101,600 miles
  • 2011 – 96,418 miles
  • 2010 – 88,915 miles
  • 2009 – 82,464 miles
  • 2008 – 76,500 miles
  • 2007 – 69,710 miles
  • 2006 – 59,338 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass137,176 miles
  • AdvisoryUnderside and components corroded

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.

  • CORROSION ON ALL FOUR ARCHES

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • CORROSION ON WHOLE UNDERSIDE OF VEHICLE

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • DRIVERS SEAT OUT OF LINE WITH STEERING WHEEL

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Exhaust noisy AFTERMARKET EXHAUST FITTED

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • OIL LEAK

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • OIL LEAK AT DIFF

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

25 tests since 5 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass137,176 miles (+1,173)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    137,176 miles
    Test number
    465152123597
    • AdvisoryUnderside and components corroded

  2. Pass136,003 miles (+2,859)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    136,003 miles
    Test number
    999602252008
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass133,144 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    133,144 miles
    Test number
    356805053322
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail133,144 miles (+5,177)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,144 miles
    Test number
    525695987587
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass127,967 miles (+3,459)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    127,967 miles
    Test number
    900722407672
    • AdvisoryBoth sills corroded but not holed
    • AdvisoryUnderside has general corrosion

  6. Pass124,508 miles (+10)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    124,508 miles
    Test number
    705193257218
    • AdvisoryUnderside of car undersealed in parts

  7. Fail124,498 miles (+3,264)4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,498 miles
    Test number
    296824913802
    • MajorEmissions not tested EXHAUST (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-lock braking system wheel speed sensor excessively damaged CHAUFFING ON WHEEL (1.6 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive ENGINE (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass121,234 miles (+16)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    121,234 miles
    Test number
    934233474627
    • AdvisoryCORROSION ON ALL FOUR ARCHES
    • AdvisoryCORROSION ON WHOLE UNDERSIDE OF VEHICLE
    • AdvisoryDRIVERS SEAT OUT OF LINE WITH STEERING WHEEL
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy AFTERMARKET EXHAUST FITTED (7.1.4)
    • AdvisoryOIL LEAK
    • AdvisoryOIL LEAK AT DIFF
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryX2 BOLTS PRETRUDING FROM UNDERSIDE OF VEHICLE

  9. Fail121,218 miles (+2,742)2 failures9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,218 miles
    Test number
    707280273844
    • FailureEmissions not tested ALL READING FAILED THROUGH EMMISIONS TEST. EXCESSIVE FUMES (7.4.B.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryCORROSION ON ALL FOUR ARCHES
    • AdvisoryCORROSION ON WHOLE UNDERSIDE OF VEHICLE
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryDRIVERS SEAT OUT OF LINE WITH STEERING WHEEL
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy AFTERMARKET EXHAUST FITTED (7.1.4)
    • AdvisoryOIL LEAK
    • AdvisoryOIL LEAK AT DIFF
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryX2 BOLTS PRETRUDING FROM UNDERSIDE OF VEHICLE

  10. Pass118,476 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    118,476 miles
    Test number
    971101691036
    • AdvisoryBoth front floor pans have been welded in

  11. Fail118,476 miles (+2,831)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,476 miles
    Test number
    685919371524
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryBoth front floor pans have been welded in

  12. Pass115,645 miles (+3,355)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    115,645 miles
    Test number
    549506803686

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass112,290 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    112,290 miles
    Test number
    196678554335

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail112,290 miles (+3,887)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,290 miles
    Test number
    687127144365
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

  15. Pass108,403 miles (+16)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    108,403 miles
    Test number
    698586953346

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail108,387 miles (+6,787)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,387 miles
    Test number
    587602693248
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  17. Pass101,600 miles (+5,182)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    101,600 miles
    Test number
    457923382258
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Pass96,418 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    96,418 miles
    Test number
    557391971221
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Fail96,417 miles (+7,502)1 dangerous1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,417 miles
    Test number
    369371271201
    • DangerousRear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Pass88,915 miles (+6,451)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    88,915 miles
    Test number
    402983500225
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAirbag Light On
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Pass82,464 miles (+5,964)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    82,464 miles
    Test number
    620423589113
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  22. Pass76,500 miles (+6,790)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    76,500 miles
    Test number
    470746808217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass69,710 miles (+10,372)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    69,710 miles
    Test number
    823518207280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass59,338 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    59,338 miles
    Test number
    240476596038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail59,336 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,336 miles
    Test number
    811285496091
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Questions about P282 HJB

Does P282 HJB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on P282 HJB expired on 23 Feb 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on P282 HJB?
The MOT on P282 HJB expired on 23 Feb 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has P282 HJB done?
P282 HJB was recorded at 137,176 miles at its MOT on 23 Feb 2023, an average of 4,609 miles a year.
Has P282 HJB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P282 HJB has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Feb 2021.
Has the mileage on P282 HJB 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 P282 HJB find?
P282 HJB passed its latest MOT on 23 Feb 2023 with 1 advisory: underside and components corroded.

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