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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 1997 · 1,895 cc

P751 TMJMOT history

P751 TMJ is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 25 Jun 1997. Its MOT is valid until 19 Dec 2026 and it has passed 19 of 32 MOT tests, with 196,563 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Dec 2025.

P751 TMJ black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 19 Dec 2026
Mileage
196,563 mi
At MOT on 13 Dec 2025
MOT tests
32
19 passed · 13 failed
Per year
5,672 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P751 TMJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
25 Jun 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
13 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

P751 TMJ was last recorded at 196,563 miles on 13 Dec 2025, 10,206 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
186,357 miles · 20 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
10,206 miles
Average per year
5,672 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 196,563 miles
  • 2024 – 186,357 miles
  • 2019 – 145,760 miles
  • 2018 – 145,167 miles
  • 2017 – 139,224 miles
  • 2016 – 134,233 miles
  • 2015 – 129,311 miles
  • 2014 – 124,281 miles
  • 2013 – 116,735 miles
  • 2012 – 110,510 miles
  • 2011 – 98,540 miles
  • 2010 – 96,550 miles
  • 2009 – 92,135 miles
  • 2008 – 90,883 miles
  • 2007 – 88,392 miles
  • 2006 – 84,464 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass196,563 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner sill and offside inner sill corrorded
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Body panel slightly loose wing tapped (6.2.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryUnderside covered in mud

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 Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

32 tests since 9 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass196,563 miles (+10,206)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    196,563 miles
    Test number
    410929555422
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner sill and offside inner sill corrorded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body panel slightly loose wing tapped (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside covered in mud

  2. Pass186,357 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    186,357 miles
    Test number
    506126004309

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail186,357 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,357 miles
    Test number
    229458172237
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  4. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    803880273140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. PassMileage not read2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    783246846802
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (0.1 (b))

  6. PassMileage not read2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    920589417216
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))

  7. FailMileage not read1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    834857334283
    • Repaired at testParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))

  8. FailMileage not read6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    230916786231
    • MajorHeadlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass145,760 miles (+593)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    145,760 miles
    Test number
    539800049981
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass145,167 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    145,167 miles
    Test number
    156368827817
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre has slight wear on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Fail145,164 miles (+5,940)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,164 miles
    Test number
    692357894306
    • MajorDriver's airbag obviously inoperative (7.1.5 (c))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre has slight wear on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass139,224 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    139,224 miles
    Test number
    287243974705
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion jacking point (6.1.B.2)

  13. Fail139,221 miles (+4,988)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,221 miles
    Test number
    130266450894
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm and out of shape (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion jacking point (6.1.B.2)

  14. Pass134,233 miles (+4,922)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    134,233 miles
    Test number
    436994990658
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  15. Pass129,311 miles (+5,030)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2016
    Odometer
    129,311 miles
    Test number
    536953045192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass124,281 miles (+9)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2015
    Odometer
    124,281 miles
    Test number
    915830144135
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryLower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

  17. Fail124,272 miles (+7,537)2 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,272 miles
    Test number
    105100534120
    • FailureRear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryLower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  18. Pass116,735 miles (+6,225)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    116,735 miles
    Test number
    996189673060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass110,510 miles (+364)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    110,510 miles
    Test number
    625673192018
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteAirbag light "ON" on dash

  20. Fail110,146 miles (+11,606)6 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,146 miles
    Test number
    716673682099
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteAirbag light "ON" on dash

  21. Pass98,540 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    98,540 miles
    Test number
    625530671043
    • NoteAll four tyres deteriorated

  22. Fail98,540 miles (+1,990)6 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,540 miles
    Test number
    387068261072
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteAll four tyres deteriorated

  23. Pass96,550 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    96,550 miles
    Test number
    551154670084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail96,550 miles (+4,415)4 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,550 miles
    Test number
    184010870458
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  25. Pass92,135 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    92,135 miles
    Test number
    842138659026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail92,135 miles (+1,252)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,135 miles
    Test number
    810588859080
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  27. Pass90,883 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    90,883 miles
    Test number
    171070778464

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail90,883 miles (+2,491)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,883 miles
    Test number
    853020178080
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  29. Pass88,392 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    88,392 miles
    Test number
    433441367049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail88,392 miles (+3,928)5 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,392 miles
    Test number
    102021867463
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAir bag light on

  31. Pass84,464 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    84,464 miles
    Test number
    410579266088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail84,464 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,464 miles
    Test number
    561518266040
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Questions about P751 TMJ

Does P751 TMJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on P751 TMJ is valid until 19 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on P751 TMJ?
The MOT on P751 TMJ is valid until 19 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has P751 TMJ done?
P751 TMJ was recorded at 196,563 miles at its MOT on 13 Dec 2025, an average of 5,672 miles a year.
Has P751 TMJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P751 TMJ has failed 13 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on P751 TMJ 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 P751 TMJ find?
P751 TMJ passed its latest MOT on 13 Dec 2025 with 4 advisories: nearside front inner sill and offside inner sill corrorded; offside front body panel slightly loose wing tapped; oil leak, but not excessive, and 1 more.

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