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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 2,494 cc

T208 JCFMOT history

T208 JCF is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 23 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 1 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 71,357 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 1 Apr 2027
Mileage
71,357 mi
At MOT on 2 Apr 2026
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,683 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T208 JCF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
23 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T208 JCF was last recorded at 71,357 miles on 2 Apr 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
71,355 miles · 1 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
1,683 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 71,357 miles
  • 2025 – 71,082 miles
  • 2024 – 70,598 miles
  • 2023 – 70,359 miles
  • 2022 – 68,499 miles
  • 2021 – 67,127 miles
  • 2019 – 65,843 miles
  • 2018 – 62,862 miles
  • 2017 – 62,015 miles
  • 2016 – 60,409 miles
  • 2015 – 57,777 miles
  • 2014 – 55,811 miles
  • 2013 – 52,905 miles
  • 2012 – 51,382 miles
  • 2011 – 49,396 miles
  • 2010 – 46,286 miles
  • 2009 – 45,398 miles
  • 2008 – 43,658 miles
  • 2007 – 41,006 miles
  • 2006 – 38,191 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass71,357 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022

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

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2018–2026

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2009

Full MOT history

26 tests since 17 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass71,357 miles (+2)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    71,357 miles
    Test number
    664558118693
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  2. Fail71,355 miles (+273)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,355 miles
    Test number
    904758960415
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass71,082 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    71,082 miles
    Test number
    800477654641
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail71,082 miles (+484)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,082 miles
    Test number
    664717369445
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass70,598 miles (+239)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    70,598 miles
    Test number
    430740372637
    • AdvisoryDiff mount slightly worn
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass70,359 miles (+1,860)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    70,359 miles
    Test number
    197727122471
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass68,499 miles (+1,372)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    68,499 miles
    Test number
    173407670207
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass67,127 miles (+1,284)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    67,127 miles
    Test number
    275448391195
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak

  9. Pass65,843 miles (+2,981)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    65,843 miles
    Test number
    946486024896
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (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))

  10. Pass62,862 miles (+847)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    62,862 miles
    Test number
    788810185699
    • 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))

  11. Pass62,015 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    62,015 miles
    Test number
    290207488271
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  12. Fail62,015 miles (+1,606)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,015 miles
    Test number
    502856728894
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Pass60,409 miles (+2,632)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    60,409 miles
    Test number
    731676958176
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass57,777 miles (+1,966)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    57,777 miles
    Test number
    897605495188
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass55,811 miles (+2,906)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    55,811 miles
    Test number
    327229384196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass52,905 miles (+1,523)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    52,905 miles
    Test number
    808976193195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass51,382 miles (+1,986)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    51,382 miles
    Test number
    718555892136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass49,396 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    49,396 miles
    Test number
    658834091170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail49,396 miles (+3,110)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,396 miles
    Test number
    835794691181
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  20. Pass46,286 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    46,286 miles
    Test number
    583332780146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail46,286 miles (+888)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,286 miles
    Test number
    630422680126
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  22. Pass45,398 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    45,398 miles
    Test number
    183707899138
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  23. Fail45,398 miles (+1,740)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,398 miles
    Test number
    841067599115
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting bolt missing (2.4.G.1)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  24. Pass43,658 miles (+2,652)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    43,658 miles
    Test number
    900092098175
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  25. Pass41,006 miles (+2,815)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    41,006 miles
    Test number
    524354397107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass38,191 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    38,191 miles
    Test number
    723388496141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T208 JCF

Does T208 JCF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T208 JCF is valid until 1 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T208 JCF?
The MOT on T208 JCF is valid until 1 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T208 JCF done?
T208 JCF was recorded at 71,357 miles at its MOT on 2 Apr 2026, an average of 1,683 miles a year.
Has T208 JCF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T208 JCF has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on T208 JCF 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 T208 JCF find?
T208 JCF passed its latest MOT on 2 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view.

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