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BMW 3 Series

Purple · Petrol · 1997 · 1,896 cc

R129 JPLMOT history

R129 JPL is a purple petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 15 Aug 1997. Its MOT expired on 20 Jul 2025 and it has passed 14 of 22 MOT tests, with 59,437 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Jul 2024.

R129 JPL purple BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 20 Jul 2025
Mileage
59,437 mi
At MOT on 19 Jul 2024
MOT tests
22
14 passed · 8 failed
Per year
1,566 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R129 JPL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Purple
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
15 Aug 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Jul 2025
Latest MOT test
19 Jul 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

R129 JPL was last recorded at 59,437 miles on 19 Jul 2024, 275 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Jul 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
59,162 miles · 21 Jul 2023
Between the last two tests
275 miles
Average per year
1,566 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 59,437 miles
  • 2023 – 59,162 miles
  • 2022 – 56,738 miles
  • 2021 – 55,607 miles
  • 2017 – 55,588 miles
  • 2016 – 53,757 miles
  • 2015 – 50,734 miles
  • 2014 – 47,334 miles
  • 2013 – 43,440 miles
  • 2012 – 40,379 miles
  • 2009 – 38,360 miles
  • 2007 – 35,833 miles
  • 2006 – 31,654 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass59,437 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2013

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2012

  • Exhaust system corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

22 tests since 20 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass59,437 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    59,437 miles
    Test number
    520087136956
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail59,437 miles (+275)1 repaired9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,437 miles
    Test number
    855468833565
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass59,162 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    59,162 miles
    Test number
    310121734570
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded

  4. Fail59,162 miles (+2,424)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,162 miles
    Test number
    878957617491
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded

  5. Pass56,738 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    56,738 miles
    Test number
    532088804785

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass56,738 miles (+7)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    56,738 miles
    Test number
    183762775015
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on most suspension components

  7. Fail56,731 miles (+1,124)8 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,731 miles
    Test number
    132546951020
    • MajorElectronic braking system warning device indicates a fault (1.7 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExtensive corrosion on most suspension parts
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Pass55,607 miles (+19)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    55,607 miles
    Test number
    963114589628
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass55,588 miles (+1,831)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    55,588 miles
    Test number
    669790330928

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass53,757 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    53,757 miles
    Test number
    542032632599
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  11. Fail53,757 miles (+3,023)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,757 miles
    Test number
    373054799650
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside front brake application uneven SLOWER (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  12. Pass50,734 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    50,734 miles
    Test number
    216155155049
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  13. Fail50,734 miles (+3,400)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,734 miles
    Test number
    698274855015
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  14. Pass47,334 miles (+3,894)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    47,334 miles
    Test number
    397406944037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass43,440 miles5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    43,440 miles
    Test number
    857540763076
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteAirbag light on

  16. Fail43,440 miles (+3,061)5 failures5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,440 miles
    Test number
    259026053024
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteAirbag light on

  17. Fail40,379 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,379 miles
    Test number
    136462452487
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass40,379 miles (+2,019)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    40,379 miles
    Test number
    335292752033
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Pass38,360 miles (+2,527)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2010
    Odometer
    38,360 miles
    Test number
    574376349181
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Pass35,833 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    35,833 miles
    Test number
    593943107337

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail35,833 miles (+4,179)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,833 miles
    Test number
    172842497277
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  22. Pass31,654 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    31,654 miles
    Test number
    682643196225
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Questions about R129 JPL

Does R129 JPL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on R129 JPL expired on 20 Jul 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on R129 JPL?
The MOT on R129 JPL expired on 20 Jul 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has R129 JPL done?
R129 JPL was recorded at 59,437 miles at its MOT on 19 Jul 2024, an average of 1,566 miles a year.
Has R129 JPL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R129 JPL has failed 8 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on R129 JPL 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 R129 JPL find?
R129 JPL passed its latest MOT on 19 Jul 2024 with 9 advisories: front anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened; front registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off; nearside front shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing, and 6 more.

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