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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2011 · 1,995 cc

S26 JCVMOT history

S26 JCV is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 25 Oct 2011. Its MOT is valid until 19 Jan 2027 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 142,541 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Jan 2026.

S26 JCV 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 Jan 2027
Mileage
142,541 mi
At MOT on 13 Jan 2026
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
9,996 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S26 JCV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
25 Oct 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S26 JCV was last recorded at 142,541 miles on 13 Jan 2026, 6,428 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
136,113 miles · 20 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
6,428 miles
Average per year
9,996 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 142,541 miles
  • 2024 – 136,113 miles
  • 2023 – 120,590 miles
  • 2022 – 110,346 miles
  • 2021 – 101,037 miles
  • 2020 – 92,514 miles
  • 2018 – 78,853 miles
  • 2017 – 56,648 miles
  • 2016 – 44,284 miles
  • 2014 – 31,265 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass142,541 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

Full MOT history

17 tests since 26 Nov 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass142,541 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    142,541 miles
    Test number
    411502226326

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail142,541 miles (+6,428)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,541 miles
    Test number
    148242769607
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass136,113 miles (+7,713)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    136,113 miles
    Test number
    336535271092
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass128,400 miles (+7,810)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    128,400 miles
    Test number
    282731129157
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass120,590 miles (+10,244)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    120,590 miles
    Test number
    539705658271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass110,346 miles (+9,309)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    110,346 miles
    Test number
    743416515053
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass101,037 miles (+8,523)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    101,037 miles
    Test number
    942200766192
    • AdvisoryFront breather pipe broken

  8. Pass92,514 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    92,514 miles
    Test number
    543178310020
    • AdvisoryEMISSIONS TO CLEAN FOR READ OUT
    • AdvisoryENGINE COVERS AND UNDER TRAYS FITTED
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail92,514 miles (+13,661)1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,514 miles
    Test number
    897084196772
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryEMISSIONS TO CLEAN FOR READ OUT
    • AdvisoryENGINE COVERS AND UNDER TRAYS FITTED
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass78,853 miles (+10,684)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    78,853 miles
    Test number
    325466160663
    • AdvisoryEMISSIONS TO CLEAN FOR READ OUT
    • AdvisoryENGINE COVERS AND UNDER TRAYS FITTED

  11. Pass68,169 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    68,169 miles
    Test number
    874905901625
    • AdvisoryBrake warning light on.
    • AdvisoryEmissions too low for print out.
    • AdvisoryEngine cover,under tray and sill covers fitted.

  12. Fail68,169 miles (+11,521)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,169 miles
    Test number
    580583959976
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryBrake warning light on.
    • AdvisoryEmissions too low for print out.
    • AdvisoryEngine cover,under tray and sill covers fitted.

  13. Pass56,648 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    56,648 miles
    Test number
    575979530251
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Fail56,648 miles (+12,364)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,648 miles
    Test number
    426282651141
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225/45r17 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit both worn on edges 225/45r17 (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass44,284 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    44,284 miles
    Test number
    568408372212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail44,267 miles (+13,002)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,267 miles
    Test number
    190268003179
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed on inner edge (4.1.D.1b)

  17. Pass31,265 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    31,265 miles
    Test number
    706510434350
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about S26 JCV

Does S26 JCV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S26 JCV is valid until 19 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on S26 JCV?
The MOT on S26 JCV is valid until 19 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S26 JCV done?
S26 JCV was recorded at 142,541 miles at its MOT on 13 Jan 2026, an average of 9,996 miles a year.
Has S26 JCV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S26 JCV has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on S26 JCV 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 S26 JCV find?
S26 JCV passed its latest MOT on 13 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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