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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2010 · 1,995 cc

R2 VJCMOT history

R2 VJC is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 30 Jun 2010. Its MOT is valid until 16 Aug 2027 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 160,261 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Aug 2026.

R2 VJC silver BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 16 Aug 2027
Mileage
160,261 mi
At MOT on 17 Aug 2026
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
9,235 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R2 VJC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
30 Jun 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

R2 VJC was last recorded at 160,261 miles on 17 Aug 2026, 188 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
160,073 miles · 13 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
188 miles
Average per year
9,235 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 160,261 miles
  • 2025 – 139,660 miles
  • 2024 – 117,937 miles
  • 2023 – 94,446 miles
  • 2022 – 91,447 miles
  • 2021 – 87,264 miles
  • 2020 – 84,493 miles
  • 2019 – 80,153 miles
  • 2018 – 73,252 miles
  • 2017 – 67,586 miles
  • 2016 – 61,675 miles
  • 2015 – 55,060 miles
  • 2014 – 45,547 miles
  • 2013 – 38,691 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass160,261 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryBoth rear top mounts have slight playRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Both rear top mounts on slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre on 3mm and wearing on inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view offside lower and centre right side has chip

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

21 tests since 18 Jun 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass160,261 miles (+188)3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    160,261 miles
    Test number
    952815421294
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear top mounts have slight play
  2. Fail160,073 miles (+20,413)1 dangerous1 major3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,073 miles
    Test number
    892539626624
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear top mounts have slight play
  3. Pass139,660 miles (+176)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    139,660 miles
    Test number
    982472049678
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear top mounts on slight play
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre on 3mm and wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Fail139,484 miles (+21,547)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,484 miles
    Test number
    848516526483
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear top mounts on slight play
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre on 3mm and wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass117,937 miles (+23,491)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    117,937 miles
    Test number
    334120520345
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  6. Pass94,446 miles (+2,999)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    94,446 miles
    Test number
    427062884423
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  7. Pass91,447 miles (+4,183)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    91,447 miles
    Test number
    276549262131
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside & offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  8. Pass87,264 miles (+12)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    87,264 miles
    Test number
    454152449907
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view offside lower and centre right side has chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  9. Fail87,252 miles (+2,759)1 dangerous2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,252 miles
    Test number
    441960905813
    • DangerousOffside Rear Road wheel fractured has cracks (5.2.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view offside lower and centre right side has chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil level low
  10. Pass84,493 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    84,493 miles
    Test number
    397256223337

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail84,493 miles (+4,340)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,493 miles
    Test number
    788794526060
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
  12. Pass80,153 miles (+13)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    80,153 miles
    Test number
    975474889351
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip Zone A (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Outer Rose joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Outer Rose joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  13. Fail80,140 miles (+6,888)4 dangerous2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,140 miles
    Test number
    731531197326
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Road wheel has a welding defect (5.2.2 (a))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Road wheel has a welding defect (5.2.2 (a))
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip Zone A (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Outer Rose joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Outer Rose joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  14. Pass73,252 miles (+5,666)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    73,252 miles
    Test number
    652028971604
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge at 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  15. Pass67,586 miles (+5,911)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    67,586 miles
    Test number
    902372103799
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres are bald on inner edges
    • AdvisorySlight movement in both rear upper inner balljoints
  16. Pass61,675 miles (+6,615)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    61,675 miles
    Test number
    975816110529

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass55,060 miles (+9,513)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    55,060 miles
    Test number
    176013805276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass45,547 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    45,547 miles
    Test number
    985494204274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail45,547 miles (+606)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,547 miles
    Test number
    695543304203
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
  20. Pass44,941 miles (+6,250)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2015
    Odometer
    44,941 miles
    Test number
    868559244124
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  21. Pass38,691 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    38,691 miles
    Test number
    698239863174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R2 VJC

Does R2 VJC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R2 VJC is valid until 16 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on R2 VJC?
The MOT on R2 VJC is valid until 16 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R2 VJC done?
R2 VJC was recorded at 160,261 miles at its MOT on 17 Aug 2026, an average of 9,235 miles a year.
Has R2 VJC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R2 VJC has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on R2 VJC 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 R2 VJC find?
R2 VJC passed its latest MOT on 17 Aug 2026 with 3 minor defects and 1 advisory: nearside rear position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; offside rear stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view, and 1 more.

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