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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Diesel · 2007 · 2,993 cc

S80 JKLMOT history

S80 JKL is a blue diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 25 Jan 2007. Its MOT is valid until 9 Sept 2027 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 189,162 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Sept 2026.

S80 JKL blue 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 9 Sept 2027
Mileage
189,162 mi
At MOT on 10 Sept 2026
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
8,081 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S80 JKL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
25 Jan 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S80 JKL was last recorded at 189,162 miles on 10 Sept 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
189,161 miles · 9 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
8,081 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 189,162 miles
  • 2025 – 189,156 miles
  • 2024 – 188,657 miles
  • 2023 – 187,929 miles
  • 2022 – 186,588 miles
  • 2021 – 185,390 miles
  • 2020 – 169,258 miles
  • 2019 – 157,285 miles
  • 2018 – 147,020 miles
  • 2017 – 130,571 miles
  • 2016 – 118,006 miles
  • 2015 – 109,637 miles
  • 2014 – 101,517 miles
  • 2013 – 92,547 miles
  • 2012 – 87,821 miles
  • 2011 – 72,538 miles
  • 2010 – 55,478 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass189,162 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded 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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Suspension lowered

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear inner side light not working

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Lowered suspeion fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Oill all over underneath engine

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

26 tests since 24 Feb 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass189,162 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    189,162 miles
    Test number
    847580602918
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Fail189,161 miles (+5)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,161 miles
    Test number
    424354767187
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt buckle missing (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Pass189,156 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    189,156 miles
    Test number
    323233405553
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides control arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension lowered

  4. Fail189,156 miles (+499)2 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,156 miles
    Test number
    209211133428
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides control arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension lowered

  5. Pass188,657 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    188,657 miles
    Test number
    867678999173
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides upper and lower control arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension lowered

  6. Fail188,657 miles (+728)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,657 miles
    Test number
    768228964633
    • Repaired at testExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides upper and lower control arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension lowered

  7. Pass187,929 miles (+1,341)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    187,929 miles
    Test number
    914745610940
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension lowered

  8. Pass186,588 miles (+1,198)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    186,588 miles
    Test number
    649493287534

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass185,390 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    185,390 miles
    Test number
    439611981460

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail185,390 miles (+16,132)2 major1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,390 miles
    Test number
    732017038959
    • MajorNearside Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle 68 % imbalance (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass169,258 miles (+11,973)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    169,258 miles
    Test number
    285465884426
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass157,285 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    157,285 miles
    Test number
    241524971373
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear inner side light not working
    • AdvisoryLowered suspeion fitted
    • AdvisoryOill all over underneath engine

  13. Fail157,281 miles (+10,261)1 dangerous3 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,281 miles
    Test number
    711210765080
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers damaged to the extent that it does not function (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour flashing (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp incorrect colour flashing (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear inner side light not working
    • AdvisoryUndertray not fully secure all (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryLowered suspeion fitted
    • AdvisoryOill all over underneath engine

  14. Pass147,020 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    147,020 miles
    Test number
    691226273888
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  15. Fail147,020 miles (+16,449)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,020 miles
    Test number
    752497977171
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  16. Pass130,571 miles (+12,565)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    130,571 miles
    Test number
    861311699251
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPlastic undertrays fitted obscuring some components

  17. Pass118,006 miles (+8,369)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    118,006 miles
    Test number
    232429441825
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit and badly worn inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit and badly worn inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted
    • AdvisoryFront number plate slightly damaged
    • AdvisoryPlastic outer sill covers fitted
    • AdvisoryRear rubber jacking block missing
    • AdvisoryWindscreen wipers borderline pass

  18. Pass109,637 miles6 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    109,637 miles
    Test number
    369166375064
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • NoteBoth rear wheels have been repaired with weld
    • NoteN/s/r jacking block missing
    • NoteO/s/f wheel has been repaired with weld

  19. Fail109,635 miles (+8,118)1 failure1 repaired1 advisory7 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,635 miles
    Test number
    205286775095
    • FailureNearside Front Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • NoteBoth rear wheels have been repaired with weld
    • NoteN/s/r jacking block missing
    • NoteO/s/f wheel has been repaired with weld
    • NotePlastic outer sill covers fitted

  20. Pass101,517 miles (+8,970)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    101,517 miles
    Test number
    869777374006
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • NoteN/s/r jacking block missing
    • NotePlastic outer sill covers fitted

  21. Pass92,547 miles (+4,726)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    92,547 miles
    Test number
    809900283025
    • 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
    • NotePlastic outer sill covers fitted

  22. Pass87,821 miles1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    87,821 miles
    Test number
    219072782033
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on edges
    • NotePlastic outer sill trims fitted

  23. Fail87,821 miles (+15,283)2 repaired1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,821 miles
    Test number
    338342682043
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on edges
    • NotePlastic outer sill trims fitted

  24. Pass72,538 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    72,538 miles
    Test number
    187816851403

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail72,538 miles (+17,060)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,538 miles
    Test number
    266583351052
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass55,478 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    55,478 miles
    Test number
    154095150042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S80 JKL

Does S80 JKL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S80 JKL is valid until 9 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on S80 JKL?
The MOT on S80 JKL is valid until 9 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S80 JKL done?
S80 JKL was recorded at 189,162 miles at its MOT on 10 Sept 2026, an average of 8,081 miles a year.
Has S80 JKL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S80 JKL has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on S80 JKL 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 S80 JKL find?
S80 JKL passed its latest MOT on 10 Sept 2026 with 1 advisory: offside front inner play in steering rack inner joint(s).

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