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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,896 cc

T203 BJHMOT history

T203 BJH is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 26 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 16 Mar 2027 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 72,955 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Mar 2027
Mileage
72,955 mi
At MOT on 17 Mar 2026
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,024 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T203 BJH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
26 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T203 BJH was last recorded at 72,955 miles on 17 Mar 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
72,955 miles · 16 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
2,024 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 72,955 miles
  • 2025 – 65,211 miles
  • 2023 – 59,744 miles
  • 2020 – 59,693 miles
  • 2019 – 59,333 miles
  • 2018 – 58,330 miles
  • 2017 – 57,330 miles
  • 2016 – 56,518 miles
  • 2015 – 55,661 miles
  • 2014 – 54,735 miles
  • 2013 – 53,904 miles
  • 2012 – 53,078 miles
  • 2011 – 52,203 miles
  • 2010 – 51,211 miles
  • 2009 – 49,868 miles
  • 2008 – 36,086 miles
  • 2007 – 33,795 miles
  • 2006 – 32,376 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass72,955 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))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.

  • Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2008

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass72,955 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    72,955 miles
    Test number
    609702713645
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail72,955 miles (+7,744)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,955 miles
    Test number
    105235094814
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass65,211 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    65,211 miles
    Test number
    849936682201
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Fail65,211 miles (+5,467)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,211 miles
    Test number
    791507341366
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass59,744 miles (+51)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    59,744 miles
    Test number
    809615398050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass59,693 miles (+360)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    59,693 miles
    Test number
    710656828698

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass59,333 miles (+1,003)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    59,333 miles
    Test number
    903149374208
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass58,330 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    58,330 miles
    Test number
    914796078351

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail58,327 miles (+997)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,327 miles
    Test number
    270365197635
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  10. Pass57,330 miles (+812)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    57,330 miles
    Test number
    630783704978
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded both to flexy and ferrals (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Pass56,518 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    56,518 miles
    Test number
    414492091606

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail56,518 miles (+857)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,518 miles
    Test number
    781951113796
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  13. Pass55,661 miles (+926)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    55,661 miles
    Test number
    208764885079
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  14. Pass54,735 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    54,735 miles
    Test number
    729743384007
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront tyres cracking around edges on limits

  15. Fail54,733 miles (+829)2 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,733 miles
    Test number
    227733584056
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront tyres cracking around edges on limits

  16. Pass53,904 miles (+826)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    53,904 miles
    Test number
    456815083055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass53,078 miles (+875)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    53,078 miles
    Test number
    536506082036
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  18. Pass52,203 miles (+992)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    52,203 miles
    Test number
    765793981038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass51,211 miles (+1,343)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    51,211 miles
    Test number
    601504080035
    • NoteNumber plates weathered

  20. Pass49,868 miles (+13,782)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    49,868 miles
    Test number
    151365289033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass36,086 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    36,086 miles
    Test number
    690881458030
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  22. Fail36,086 miles (+2,291)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,086 miles
    Test number
    634640658091
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  23. Pass33,795 miles (+1,419)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    33,795 miles
    Test number
    960834147051
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  24. Pass32,376 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    32,376 miles
    Test number
    111589656015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail32,376 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,376 miles
    Test number
    952079956062
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Questions about T203 BJH

Does T203 BJH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T203 BJH is valid until 16 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T203 BJH?
The MOT on T203 BJH is valid until 16 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T203 BJH done?
T203 BJH was recorded at 72,955 miles at its MOT on 17 Mar 2026, an average of 2,024 miles a year.
Has T203 BJH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T203 BJH has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on T203 BJH 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 T203 BJH find?
T203 BJH passed its latest MOT on 17 Mar 2026 with 4 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; front exhaust mounting defective; nearside front inner brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 1 more.

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