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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 2,171 cc

S8 JGKMOT history

S8 JGK is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 1 May 2003. Its MOT expired on 13 May 2025 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 210,964 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 May 2024.

S8 JGK black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 13 May 2025
Mileage
210,964 mi
At MOT on 14 May 2024
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
9,716 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S8 JGK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,171 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
1 May 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 May 2025
Latest MOT test
14 May 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

S8 JGK was last recorded at 210,964 miles on 14 May 2024, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Apr 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
210,960 miles · 29 Apr 2024
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
9,716 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 210,964 miles
  • 2023 – 207,545 miles
  • 2022 – 207,108 miles
  • 2021 – 206,303 miles
  • 2020 – 205,207 miles
  • 2019 – 203,256 miles
  • 2018 – 170,190 miles
  • 2017 – 133,496 miles
  • 2016 – 124,506 miles
  • 2015 – 123,391 miles
  • 2014 – 121,990 miles
  • 2013 – 119,230 miles
  • 2012 – 98,766 miles
  • 2011 – 80,720 miles
  • 2010 – 65,182 miles
  • 2009 – 57,938 miles
  • 2008 – 51,335 miles
  • 2007 – 43,148 miles
  • 2006 – 35,629 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass210,964 miles
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryTyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

28 tests since 28 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass210,964 miles (+4)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2025
    Odometer
    210,964 miles
    Test number
    943714575012
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  2. Fail210,960 miles (+3,415)2 dangerous7 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    210,960 miles
    Test number
    569739560161
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  3. Pass207,545 miles (+437)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    207,545 miles
    Test number
    246301232249
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
  4. Pass207,108 miles (+805)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    207,108 miles
    Test number
    218487985107
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
  5. Pass206,303 miles (+1,096)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    206,303 miles
    Test number
    536068092627
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  6. Pass205,207 miles (+1,951)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    205,207 miles
    Test number
    865820420449
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  7. Pass203,256 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    203,256 miles
    Test number
    435941406255
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  8. Fail203,256 miles (+33,066)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    203,256 miles
    Test number
    945745990042
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  9. Pass170,190 miles (+36,694)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    170,190 miles
    Test number
    446384216895
    • AdvisoryREAR DIFF LEAKING OIL
  10. Pass133,496 miles (+8,990)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    133,496 miles
    Test number
    278538467196
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  11. Pass124,506 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    124,506 miles
    Test number
    658176106637

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail124,506 miles (+1,115)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,506 miles
    Test number
    126244747768
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • FailureRegistration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font both (6.3.4d)
  13. Pass123,391 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    123,391 miles
    Test number
    348199535120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail123,391 miles (+1,401)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,391 miles
    Test number
    420033492926
    • Repaired at testSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
  15. Fail121,990 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,990 miles
    Test number
    855149114231
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
  16. Pass121,990 miles (+2,760)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    121,990 miles
    Test number
    895049314243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass119,230 miles (+173)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    119,230 miles
    Test number
    969217813268
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine light on showing that there is a fault
  18. Fail119,057 miles (+20,291)2 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,057 miles
    Test number
    905780913288
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine light on showing that there is a fault
    • NoteOil leak under vehicle
  19. Pass98,766 miles1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    98,766 miles
    Test number
    748059422287
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteBrake pad wear light is on.
    • NoteClutch is faulty.
    • NoteOil leak on axle.
    • NoteOil leak on engine.
  20. Fail98,766 miles (+18,046)1 dangerous2 failures1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,766 miles
    Test number
    578439922205
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteBrake pad wear light is on.
    • NoteClutch is faulty.
    • NoteOil leak on axle.
    • NoteOil leak on engine.
  21. Pass80,720 miles (+676)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    80,720 miles
    Test number
    606194621267
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn inner edge
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn outer edge
  22. Fail80,044 miles (+14,862)3 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,044 miles
    Test number
    276516311291
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn inner edge
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn outer edge
  23. Pass65,182 miles (+7,244)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2011
    Odometer
    65,182 miles
    Test number
    390448910109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass57,938 miles (+6,603)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2010
    Odometer
    57,938 miles
    Test number
    312217319113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass51,335 miles (+8,187)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2009
    Odometer
    51,335 miles
    Test number
    283519718163
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  26. Pass43,148 miles (+46)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2008
    Odometer
    43,148 miles
    Test number
    201203727156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail43,102 miles (+7,473)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,102 miles
    Test number
    234932727155
    • FailureTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  28. Pass35,629 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2007
    Odometer
    35,629 miles
    Test number
    100178916157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S8 JGK

Does S8 JGK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S8 JGK expired on 13 May 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S8 JGK?
The MOT on S8 JGK expired on 13 May 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S8 JGK done?
S8 JGK was recorded at 210,964 miles at its MOT on 14 May 2024, an average of 9,716 miles a year.
Has S8 JGK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S8 JGK has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on S8 JGK 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 S8 JGK find?
S8 JGK passed its latest MOT on 14 May 2024 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords.

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