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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2002 · 2,494 cc

T16 NJHMOT history

T16 NJH is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 10 May 2002. Its MOT expired on 27 Feb 2025 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 83,547 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Feb 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 27 Feb 2025
Mileage
83,547 mi
At MOT on 28 Feb 2024
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,546 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T16 NJH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
10 May 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Feb 2025
Latest MOT test
28 Feb 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T16 NJH was last recorded at 83,547 miles on 28 Feb 2024, 1,680 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 May 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
81,867 miles · 25 May 2022
Between the last two tests
1,680 miles
Average per year
3,546 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 83,547 miles
  • 2022 – 81,867 miles
  • 2021 – 81,212 miles
  • 2020 – 79,950 miles
  • 2019 – 76,286 miles
  • 2018 – 70,064 miles
  • 2017 – 63,449 miles
  • 2016 – 63,185 miles
  • 2015 – 62,085 miles
  • 2014 – 58,908 miles
  • 2013 – 55,148 miles
  • 2012 – 53,068 miles
  • 2011 – 48,844 miles
  • 2010 – 43,489 miles
  • 2009 – 36,535 miles
  • 2008 – 30,091 miles
  • 2007 – 26,528 miles
  • 2006 – 20,208 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass83,547 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021

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.

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass83,547 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    83,547 miles
    Test number
    749954328289
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  2. Fail83,547 miles (+1,680)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,547 miles
    Test number
    701375348277
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  3. Pass81,867 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2023
    Odometer
    81,867 miles
    Test number
    940329867763
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Fail81,867 miles (+655)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,867 miles
    Test number
    476472890731
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))
    • MajorRear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass81,212 miles (+1,262)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2022
    Odometer
    81,212 miles
    Test number
    804515085925
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  6. Pass79,950 miles (+3,664)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2021
    Odometer
    79,950 miles
    Test number
    585761163033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass76,286 miles (+6,222)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    76,286 miles
    Test number
    347480145987

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass70,064 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2019
    Odometer
    70,064 miles
    Test number
    546007275703
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  9. Fail70,064 miles (+6,615)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,064 miles
    Test number
    946728108359
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  10. Pass63,449 miles (+264)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2018
    Odometer
    63,449 miles
    Test number
    702031132618

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass63,185 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    63,185 miles
    Test number
    416709989115
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  12. Fail63,185 miles (+1,100)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,185 miles
    Test number
    825238279682
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

  13. Pass62,085 miles (+3,177)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    62,085 miles
    Test number
    238683116974
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass58,908 miles (+26)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    58,908 miles
    Test number
    416832574240
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  15. Fail58,882 miles (+1,455)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,882 miles
    Test number
    787716364263
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass57,427 miles (+2,279)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    57,427 miles
    Test number
    735087964012
    • 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
    • NoteBoth sides rear indicators fading to white
    • NoteSill covers fitted obscuring some components

  17. Pass55,148 miles (+2,080)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    55,148 miles
    Test number
    107388563003
    • NoteMovement detected at both sides front lower suspension arm rear bushes .

  18. Pass53,068 miles (+4,224)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    53,068 miles
    Test number
    746247772031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass48,844 miles (+5,355)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    48,844 miles
    Test number
    216902641061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass43,489 miles (+6,954)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    43,489 miles
    Test number
    904640150045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass36,535 miles (+6,444)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    36,535 miles
    Test number
    112377139459
    • NoteIrregular wear at nearside front tyre outer edge
    • NoteIrregular wear at offside front tyre outer edge

  22. Pass30,091 miles (+3,563)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    30,091 miles
    Test number
    490370058042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail26,528 miles1 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,528 miles
    Test number
    361176207186
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteO/s/r jacking point pad missing
    • NotePlastic sill and under engine covers

  24. Pass26,528 miles (+6,320)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    26,528 miles
    Test number
    693036607158
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteO/s/r jacking point pad missing
    • NotePlastic sill and under engine covers

  25. Pass20,208 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    20,208 miles
    Test number
    411469606173
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Fail20,208 miles2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,208 miles
    Test number
    192348606102
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about T16 NJH

Does T16 NJH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T16 NJH expired on 27 Feb 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T16 NJH?
The MOT on T16 NJH expired on 27 Feb 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T16 NJH done?
T16 NJH was recorded at 83,547 miles at its MOT on 28 Feb 2024, an average of 3,546 miles a year.
Has T16 NJH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T16 NJH has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on T16 NJH 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 T16 NJH find?
T16 NJH passed its latest MOT on 28 Feb 2024 with 3 advisories: nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; nearside front tyre slightly damaged sidewall; offside front brake hose slightly deteriorated.

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