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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 2,494 cc

T234 JRDMOT history

T234 JRD is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 7 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 13 Feb 2027 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 113,944 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 13 Feb 2027
Mileage
113,944 mi
At MOT on 14 Feb 2026
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,946 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T234 JRD
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
7 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T234 JRD was last recorded at 113,944 miles on 14 Feb 2026, 9 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
113,935 miles · 7 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
9 miles
Average per year
2,946 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 113,944 miles
  • 2025 – 113,935 miles
  • 2024 – 108,989 miles
  • 2022 – 108,973 miles
  • 2020 – 107,268 miles
  • 2019 – 104,325 miles
  • 2018 – 100,224 miles
  • 2017 – 96,706 miles
  • 2016 – 94,033 miles
  • 2015 – 91,280 miles
  • 2014 – 87,989 miles
  • 2013 – 83,593 miles
  • 2012 – 79,786 miles
  • 2011 – 78,395 miles
  • 2010 – 76,713 miles
  • 2009 – 75,162 miles
  • 2008 – 73,219 miles
  • 2007 – 62,745 miles
  • 2006 – 55,426 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass113,944 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryVehicle recently under sealed

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.

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn

    Major3 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

26 tests since 4 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass113,944 miles (+9)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    113,944 miles
    Test number
    517256114121
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle recently under sealed

  2. Fail113,935 miles (+4,946)8 major12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,935 miles
    Test number
    272880857494
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide 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 Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength rear suspension mount area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced water inside lens (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes painted (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill and jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn hub mounted rose bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill and jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn hub mounted rose bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack and reservoir (2.1.5 (a))

  3. Pass108,989 miles (+4)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    108,989 miles
    Test number
    355227761275
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber ram corroded

  4. Fail108,985 miles (+12)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,985 miles
    Test number
    112825101768
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber ram corroded

  5. Fail108,973 miles (+1,705)5 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,973 miles
    Test number
    759868944309
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material painted (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material painted (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass107,268 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    107,268 miles
    Test number
    121636265798
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both o/s and n/s (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer bush both o/s and n/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear sills surface corrosion on bottom

  7. Fail107,268 miles (+42)5 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,268 miles
    Test number
    612406772201
    • MajorAll direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorEmissions not tested emissions machine broken (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSide repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both o/s and n/s (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer bush both o/s and n/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear sills surface corrosion on bottom

  8. Fail107,226 miles (+2,901)7 major15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,226 miles
    Test number
    139363735761
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn hub bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Fuel hose corroded (6.1.3 (c) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed door hinge slightly worn (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn hub bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Pass104,325 miles (+4,101)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    104,325 miles
    Test number
    235148083323
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass100,224 miles (+3,518)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2019
    Odometer
    100,224 miles
    Test number
    798964785690
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  11. Pass96,706 miles (+2,673)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2018
    Odometer
    96,706 miles
    Test number
    597874522340

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass94,033 miles (+2,753)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2017
    Odometer
    94,033 miles
    Test number
    275429061462

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass91,280 miles (+3,291)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2016
    Odometer
    91,280 miles
    Test number
    415885225174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass87,989 miles (+4,396)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2015
    Odometer
    87,989 miles
    Test number
    865099024199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass83,593 miles (+3,807)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2014
    Odometer
    83,593 miles
    Test number
    745808203133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass79,786 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2013
    Odometer
    79,786 miles
    Test number
    157351422141
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  17. Fail79,786 miles (+1,391)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,786 miles
    Test number
    379399112110
    • FailureNearside Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass78,395 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2012
    Odometer
    78,395 miles
    Test number
    295507531171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail78,395 miles (+1,682)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,395 miles
    Test number
    858437231120
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  20. Pass76,713 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2011
    Odometer
    76,713 miles
    Test number
    273170530107
    • NoteFront and rear indicators are fading
    • NoteFront brake pads look VERY low

  21. Fail76,713 miles (+1,551)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,713 miles
    Test number
    950690830196
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • NoteFront and rear indicators are fading
    • NoteFront brake pads look VERY low

  22. Pass75,162 miles (+1,943)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2010
    Odometer
    75,162 miles
    Test number
    831788229116
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  23. Pass73,219 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2009
    Odometer
    73,219 miles
    Test number
    442674738157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail73,219 miles (+10,474)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,219 miles
    Test number
    622570538189
    • FailureDirection indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass62,745 miles (+7,319)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2008
    Odometer
    62,745 miles
    Test number
    281013227183
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass55,426 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    55,426 miles
    Test number
    872674296016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T234 JRD

Does T234 JRD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T234 JRD is valid until 13 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on T234 JRD?
The MOT on T234 JRD is valid until 13 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T234 JRD done?
T234 JRD was recorded at 113,944 miles at its MOT on 14 Feb 2026, an average of 2,946 miles a year.
Has T234 JRD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T234 JRD has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on T234 JRD 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 T234 JRD find?
T234 JRD passed its latest MOT on 14 Feb 2026 with 2 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; vehicle recently under sealed.

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