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BMW 3 Series

Green · Petrol · 1998 · 2,494 cc

S30 JRSMOT history

S30 JRS is a green petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 1 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 14 Jul 2026 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 36,592 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Oct 2026.

S30 JRS green BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 14 Jul 2026
Mileage
36,592 mi
At MOT on 7 Oct 2026
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
728 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S30 JRS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
7 Oct 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

S30 JRS was last recorded at 36,592 miles on 7 Oct 2026, 1,812 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
34,780 miles · 15 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
1,812 miles
Average per year
728 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 36,592 miles
  • 2025 – 34,780 miles
  • 2023 – 31,547 miles
  • 2022 – 29,488 miles
  • 2021 – 29,331 miles
  • 2020 – 28,945 miles
  • 2019 – 28,763 miles
  • 2018 – 28,643 miles
  • 2017 – 28,006 miles
  • 2016 – 27,879 miles
  • 2015 – 27,287 miles
  • 2014 – 27,167 miles
  • 2013 – 26,988 miles
  • 2012 – 26,189 miles
  • 2011 – 25,584 miles
  • 2010 – 25,344 miles
  • 2009 – 24,822 miles
  • 2008 – 24,449 miles
  • 2007 – 23,388 miles
  • 2006 – 22,169 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail36,592 miles
  • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

What MOT failures 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 Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Fuel tank straps corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2019

  • Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

27 tests since 18 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail36,592 miles (+1,812)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,592 miles
    Test number
    409989407099
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass34,780 miles (+3,233)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    34,780 miles
    Test number
    364837541803

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass31,547 miles (+2,059)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    31,547 miles
    Test number
    131242304279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass29,488 miles (+157)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    29,488 miles
    Test number
    624822440291
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive n/s &o/s (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s/f, and both rear shock absorbers corroded

  5. Pass29,331 miles (+386)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    29,331 miles
    Test number
    133249560959
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass28,945 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    28,945 miles
    Test number
    181358506182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail28,945 miles (+182)1 dangerous1 major2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,945 miles
    Test number
    890855660304
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass28,763 miles (+120)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    28,763 miles
    Test number
    572184726927
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank straps corroded

  9. Pass28,643 miles (+637)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    28,643 miles
    Test number
    159970967780
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass28,006 miles (+127)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    28,006 miles
    Test number
    408854621253
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded on rack (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing both front (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryFuel tank straps corroded

  11. Pass27,879 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    27,879 miles
    Test number
    676003504322
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipes corroded on rack

  12. Fail27,879 miles (+592)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,879 miles
    Test number
    194469187403
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipes corroded on rack

  13. Pass27,287 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    27,287 miles
    Test number
    182001345543

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail27,287 miles (+120)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,287 miles
    Test number
    920269369646
    • FailureFront registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

  15. Pass27,167 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    27,167 miles
    Test number
    307751114379
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  16. Fail27,166 miles (+178)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,166 miles
    Test number
    459459404378
    • FailureOffside Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  17. Pass26,988 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    26,988 miles
    Test number
    966095213355
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • NoteFrot and rear suspension componants corroded

  18. Fail26,988 miles (+799)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,988 miles
    Test number
    439115913398
    • FailureFront Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • NoteFrot and rear suspension componants corroded

  19. Pass26,189 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    26,189 miles
    Test number
    695455422341

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail26,189 miles (+605)1 dangerous2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,189 miles
    Test number
    929544222331
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureFront Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)
    • FailureOffside Front brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  21. Pass25,584 miles (+240)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    25,584 miles
    Test number
    418035721371

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass25,344 miles (+522)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    25,344 miles
    Test number
    712526530351

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass24,822 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    24,822 miles
    Test number
    954798539313

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail24,820 miles (+371)2 dangerous3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,820 miles
    Test number
    434017639467
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) insecure (3.5.1g)
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  25. Pass24,449 miles (+1,061)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    24,449 miles
    Test number
    373796548316

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass23,388 miles (+1,219)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    23,388 miles
    Test number
    860885347339

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass22,169 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    22,169 miles
    Test number
    860662256386

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S30 JRS

Does S30 JRS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S30 JRS expired on 14 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S30 JRS?
The MOT on S30 JRS expired on 14 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S30 JRS done?
S30 JRS was recorded at 36,592 miles at its MOT on 7 Oct 2026, an average of 728 miles a year.
Has S30 JRS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S30 JRS has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on S30 JRS 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 S30 JRS find?
S30 JRS failed its latest MOT on 7 Oct 2026 with 2 major defects: nearside rear coil spring fractured or broken; offside rear coil spring fractured or broken.

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