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BMW M3

Purple · Petrol · 1999 · 3,201 cc

T158 JALMOT history

T158 JAL is a purple petrol BMW M3 first used on 25 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 26 Jun 2027 and it has passed 21 of 26 MOT tests, with 91,416 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 26 Jun 2027
Mileage
91,416 mi
At MOT on 27 Jun 2026
MOT tests
26
21 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,358 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T158 JAL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
M3
Colour
Purple
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,201 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
25 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T158 JAL was last recorded at 91,416 miles on 27 Jun 2026, 1,014 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
90,402 miles · 10 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
1,014 miles
Average per year
1,358 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 91,416 miles
  • 2025 – 90,402 miles
  • 2024 – 89,947 miles
  • 2023 – 89,454 miles
  • 2022 – 84,507 miles
  • 2021 – 84,102 miles
  • 2019 – 82,130 miles
  • 2018 – 79,652 miles
  • 2017 – 77,715 miles
  • 2016 – 77,671 miles
  • 2015 – 76,713 miles
  • 2014 – 75,646 miles
  • 2013 – 75,330 miles
  • 2012 – 74,129 miles
  • 2011 – 72,760 miles
  • 2010 – 72,016 miles
  • 2009 – 70,488 miles
  • 2008 – 68,562 miles
  • 2007 – 67,215 miles
  • 2006 – 64,391 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass91,416 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play NS + OS (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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 engine

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material slightly corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack, gaiter area

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive transmission and rear axle

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

26 tests since 1 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass91,416 miles (+1,014)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    91,416 miles
    Test number
    975090188449
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play NS + OS (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass90,402 miles (+3)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    90,402 miles
    Test number
    188767170380
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack, gaiter area (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transmission and rear axle (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside front floor/jacking point heavily corroded, not within prescribed area
    • AdvisoryNearside front suspension strut bump stop deteriorated
    • AdvisoryParking brake effort low on offside

  3. Fail90,399 miles (+452)1 dangerous4 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,399 miles
    Test number
    342426868797
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack, gaiter area (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transmission and rear axle (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside front floor/jacking point heavily corroded, not within prescribed area
    • AdvisoryNearside front suspension strut bump stop deteriorated
    • AdvisoryParking brake effort low on offside

  4. Pass89,947 miles (+493)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2025
    Odometer
    89,947 miles
    Test number
    659321071945
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear axle (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass89,454 miles (+4,947)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    89,454 miles
    Test number
    229294570910

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass84,507 miles (+405)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    84,507 miles
    Test number
    860759971734

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass84,102 miles (+1,972)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2022
    Odometer
    84,102 miles
    Test number
    252249832120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass82,130 miles (+2,478)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    82,130 miles
    Test number
    197194053603

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass79,652 miles (+1,937)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    79,652 miles
    Test number
    580723066063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass77,715 miles (+44)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    77,715 miles
    Test number
    786738100857

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass77,671 miles (+958)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    77,671 miles
    Test number
    343721054063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass76,713 miles (+1,067)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    76,713 miles
    Test number
    740438994017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail75,646 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,646 miles
    Test number
    317455104343
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  14. Pass75,646 miles (+316)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    75,646 miles
    Test number
    495695904470

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass75,330 miles (+1,201)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    75,330 miles
    Test number
    297018603389

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass74,129 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    74,129 miles
    Test number
    448190212357

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail74,129 miles (+1,369)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,129 miles
    Test number
    568407102319
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre

  18. Pass72,760 miles (+744)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    72,760 miles
    Test number
    679666901316

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass72,016 miles (+1,528)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    72,016 miles
    Test number
    102157000367

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass70,488 miles (+1,926)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    70,488 miles
    Test number
    240339089273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass68,562 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    68,562 miles
    Test number
    371333008350

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail68,561 miles (+1,346)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,561 miles
    Test number
    634161608302
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteRear trailing arm bushes perished, front arm bushes perished and slight play in o/s/f inner track rod joint

  23. Pass67,215 miles (+235)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    67,215 miles
    Test number
    392122397482
    • NoteEngine oil leak
    • NotePower steering pipes corroded

  24. Fail66,980 miles2 repaired1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,980 miles
    Test number
    312051417440
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteFront to back metal fuel pipes corroded
    • NoteMetal p/steering pips corroded

  25. Pass66,980 miles (+2,589)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    66,980 miles
    Test number
    952831417237
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteFront to back metal fuel pipes corroded
    • NoteMetal p/steering pips corroded

  26. Pass64,391 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    64,391 miles
    Test number
    300203416212
    • NoteN/s/f seat belt trim adrift
    • NoteRear number plate deteriating

Questions about T158 JAL

Does T158 JAL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T158 JAL is valid until 26 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on T158 JAL?
The MOT on T158 JAL is valid until 26 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T158 JAL done?
T158 JAL was recorded at 91,416 miles at its MOT on 27 Jun 2026, an average of 1,358 miles a year.
Has T158 JAL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T158 JAL has failed 5 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 28 May 2025.
Has the mileage on T158 JAL 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 T158 JAL find?
T158 JAL passed its latest MOT on 27 Jun 2026 with 6 advisories: nearside front integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking point; offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside front track rod end ball joint has slight play, and 3 more.

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