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BMW 3 Series

Green · Petrol · 1998 · 1,896 cc

R69 JPAMOT history

R69 JPA is a green petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 23 Jan 1998. Its MOT is valid until 31 May 2027 and it has passed 20 of 24 MOT tests, with 128,206 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Jun 2026.

R69 JPA green BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 31 May 2027
Mileage
128,206 mi
At MOT on 1 Jun 2026
MOT tests
24
20 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,187 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R69 JPA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
23 Jan 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 May 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

R69 JPA was last recorded at 128,206 miles on 1 Jun 2026, 4,684 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Feb 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
123,522 miles · 16 Feb 2023
Between the last two tests
4,684 miles
Average per year
2,187 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 128,206 miles
  • 2023 – 123,522 miles
  • 2022 – 122,001 miles
  • 2021 – 120,724 miles
  • 2020 – 119,626 miles
  • 2019 – 118,326 miles
  • 2018 – 117,006 miles
  • 2017 – 115,478 miles
  • 2016 – 114,180 miles
  • 2015 – 112,678 miles
  • 2014 – 111,083 miles
  • 2013 – 109,350 miles
  • 2012 – 107,202 miles
  • 2011 – 104,967 miles
  • 2010 – 102,429 miles
  • 2009 – 100,696 miles
  • 2008 – 99,002 miles
  • 2007 – 94,375 miles
  • 2006 – 83,849 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass128,206 miles
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2011

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

24 tests since 17 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass128,206 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2027
    Odometer
    128,206 miles
    Test number
    508692892870
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    633637866242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass123,522 miles (+1,521)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    123,522 miles
    Test number
    577094067469
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass122,001 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    122,001 miles
    Test number
    339077872097
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Fail122,001 miles (+1,277)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,001 miles
    Test number
    528100916170
    • MajorFront Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass120,724 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    120,724 miles
    Test number
    303205966596

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail120,724 miles (+1,098)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,724 miles
    Test number
    673600454850
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  8. Pass119,626 miles (+1,300)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    119,626 miles
    Test number
    212880673588
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass118,326 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    118,326 miles
    Test number
    145661804779
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre and rear (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened blued/rusty (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres cracking/perishing

  10. Fail118,325 miles (+1,319)3 dangerous1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,325 miles
    Test number
    415934162582
    • DangerousFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre and rear (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened blued/rusty (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres cracking/perishing

  11. Pass117,006 miles (+1,528)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    117,006 miles
    Test number
    681603139218
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryHeadlights have condensation beam pattern just within required limits

  12. Pass115,478 miles (+1,298)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    115,478 miles
    Test number
    330756558206
    • AdvisoryBET test just met

  13. Pass114,180 miles (+1,502)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    114,180 miles
    Test number
    457150228334
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre perished on sidewall age related

  14. Pass112,678 miles (+1)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    112,678 miles
    Test number
    145603545496
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Fail112,677 miles (+1,594)4 dangerous2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,677 miles
    Test number
    578271045007
    • DangerousNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • DangerousNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • DangerousOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • DangerousOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass111,083 miles (+1,733)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    111,083 miles
    Test number
    328941844074
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass109,350 miles (+2,148)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    109,350 miles
    Test number
    657545523000
    • NoteRear brake pipes surface rust
    • NoteRear exhaust rust
    • NoteSlight play rack

  18. Pass107,202 miles (+2,235)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    107,202 miles
    Test number
    176254332096
    • NoteFront brakes worn
    • NoteFront tyres 2mm inner edge
    • NoteRear discs scored
    • NoteRear exhaust rust

  19. Pass104,967 miles (+2,538)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    104,967 miles
    Test number
    946058521048
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteFront to rear metal brake pipes surface rust
    • NoteSlight play offside rack

  20. Pass102,429 miles (+1,733)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    102,429 miles
    Test number
    654736130085
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteFront brakes worn
    • NoteNearside rear tyre 3 mm
    • NoteSlight play in rack
    • NoteSurface rust front to rear metal brake pipes

  21. Pass100,696 miles (+1,694)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    100,696 miles
    Test number
    164767229400
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre 3mm
    • NoteSlight play offside steering

  22. Pass99,002 miles (+4,627)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    99,002 miles
    Test number
    450299628038
    • NoteOffside rack worn
    • NoteOffside rear tyre worn to limit

  23. Pass94,375 miles (+10,526)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    94,375 miles
    Test number
    142680147061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass83,849 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    83,849 miles
    Test number
    611108346055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R69 JPA

Does R69 JPA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R69 JPA is valid until 31 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on R69 JPA?
The MOT on R69 JPA is valid until 31 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R69 JPA done?
R69 JPA was recorded at 128,206 miles at its MOT on 1 Jun 2026, an average of 2,187 miles a year.
Has R69 JPA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R69 JPA has failed 4 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on R69 JPA 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 R69 JPA find?
R69 JPA passed its latest MOT on 1 Jun 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material.

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