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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

T34 JCPMOT history

T34 JCP is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 5 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 2 Mar 2023 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 104,793 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Mar 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 2 Mar 2023
Mileage
104,793 mi
At MOT on 3 Mar 2022
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,763 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T34 JCP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
5 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Mar 2023
Latest MOT test
3 Mar 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T34 JCP was last recorded at 104,793 miles on 3 Mar 2022, 1,757 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Jan 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
103,036 miles · 7 Jan 2022
Between the last two tests
1,757 miles
Average per year
3,763 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 104,793 miles
  • 2021 – 95,107 miles
  • 2020 – 86,852 miles
  • 2019 – 81,500 miles
  • 2018 – 76,944 miles
  • 2017 – 68,917 miles
  • 2016 – 67,715 miles
  • 2015 – 65,702 miles
  • 2014 – 63,179 miles
  • 2013 – 61,924 miles
  • 2012 – 59,590 miles
  • 2011 – 57,410 miles
  • 2010 – 54,483 miles
  • 2009 – 51,620 miles
  • 2008 – 49,309 miles
  • 2007 – 46,876 miles
  • 2006 – 44,058 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass104,793 miles
  • AdvisoryAll suspension components corroded
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil 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.

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

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to flexi (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front & rear (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

24 tests since 11 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass104,793 miles (+1,757)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    104,793 miles
    Test number
    103524931918
    • AdvisoryAll suspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail103,036 miles (+7,929)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,036 miles
    Test number
    665586158664
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.2.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both

  3. Pass95,107 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    95,107 miles
    Test number
    860688071208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail95,107 miles (+8,255)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,107 miles
    Test number
    659657445737
    • 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 Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  5. Pass86,852 miles (+281)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    86,852 miles
    Test number
    574764438880

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail86,571 miles (+5,071)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,571 miles
    Test number
    544706942243
    • 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))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

  7. Pass81,500 miles (+4,556)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    81,500 miles
    Test number
    895529284224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass76,944 miles (+33)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    76,944 miles
    Test number
    659253383356
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  9. Fail76,911 miles (+7,994)7 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,911 miles
    Test number
    367355174511
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront Exhaust system not adequately supported down pipe (7.1.1)
    • FailureFront Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint both sides (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Fuel hose insecure filler neck pipe (7.2.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  10. Pass68,917 miles (+23)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    68,917 miles
    Test number
    595981650284
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to flexi (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front & rear (3.5.1i)

  11. Fail68,894 miles (+1,179)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,894 miles
    Test number
    919469573391
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to flexi (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front & rear (3.5.1i)

  12. Pass67,715 miles (+2,013)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    67,715 miles
    Test number
    120864504415

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass65,702 miles (+2,523)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    65,702 miles
    Test number
    357837025019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass63,179 miles (+1,255)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    63,179 miles
    Test number
    559999324067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass61,924 miles (+36)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    61,924 miles
    Test number
    905760233027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail61,888 miles (+2,298)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,888 miles
    Test number
    198633423430
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass59,590 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    59,590 miles
    Test number
    848762532014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail59,589 miles (+2,179)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,589 miles
    Test number
    159272532402
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass57,410 miles (+2,927)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    57,410 miles
    Test number
    105996221038
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass54,483 miles (+2,863)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    54,483 miles
    Test number
    914109410007
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass51,620 miles (+2,311)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    51,620 miles
    Test number
    854931429085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass49,309 miles (+2,433)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    49,309 miles
    Test number
    300166318017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass46,876 miles (+2,818)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    46,876 miles
    Test number
    272204127005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass44,058 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    44,058 miles
    Test number
    160391416014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T34 JCP

Does T34 JCP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T34 JCP expired on 2 Mar 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T34 JCP?
The MOT on T34 JCP expired on 2 Mar 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T34 JCP done?
T34 JCP was recorded at 104,793 miles at its MOT on 3 Mar 2022, an average of 3,763 miles a year.
Has T34 JCP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T34 JCP has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on T34 JCP 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 T34 JCP find?
T34 JCP passed its latest MOT on 3 Mar 2022 with 4 advisories: all suspension components corroded; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; offside front suspension arm ball joint has slight play, and 1 more.

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