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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2004 · 2,494 cc

T40 JSSMOT history

T40 JSS is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 20 Aug 2004. Its MOT expired on 6 Sept 2026 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 75,766 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Sept 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 6 Sept 2026
Mileage
75,766 mi
At MOT on 5 Sept 2025
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
2,996 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T40 JSS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
20 Aug 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
5 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T40 JSS was last recorded at 75,766 miles on 5 Sept 2025, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
75,765 miles · 4 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
2,996 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 75,766 miles
  • 2024 – 75,536 miles
  • 2023 – 75,363 miles
  • 2022 – 74,926 miles
  • 2021 – 74,631 miles
  • 2020 – 74,308 miles
  • 2019 – 73,800 miles
  • 2018 – 70,060 miles
  • 2017 – 64,460 miles
  • 2016 – 58,436 miles
  • 2015 – 52,525 miles
  • 2014 – 44,196 miles
  • 2013 – 38,763 miles
  • 2012 – 35,595 miles
  • 2011 – 30,330 miles
  • 2010 – 28,830 miles
  • 2009 – 26,791 miles
  • 2008 – 23,813 miles
  • 2007 – 21,892 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass75,766 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

29 tests since 11 Sept 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass75,766 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    75,766 miles
    Test number
    272450873415
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail75,765 miles (+229)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,765 miles
    Test number
    813911812363
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass75,536 miles (+173)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    75,536 miles
    Test number
    317916536104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass75,363 miles (+437)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    75,363 miles
    Test number
    807981827075
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass74,926 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    74,926 miles
    Test number
    136354217026
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald on inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail74,931 miles (+300)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,931 miles
    Test number
    424710008044
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald on inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass74,631 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    74,631 miles
    Test number
    174315479980
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge well worn (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail74,631 miles (+323)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,631 miles
    Test number
    223158459465
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Inner rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Inner rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge well worn (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass74,308 miles (+508)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    74,308 miles
    Test number
    318806889214
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass73,800 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    73,800 miles
    Test number
    474991585727

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail73,800 miles (+3,740)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,800 miles
    Test number
    993263376589
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  12. Pass70,060 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    70,060 miles
    Test number
    409027415330

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail70,060 miles (+5,600)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,060 miles
    Test number
    976867602779
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass64,460 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    64,460 miles
    Test number
    207505642768
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs corroded
    • AdvisoryO/s/r brake pipe corroded

  15. Fail64,460 miles (+6,024)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,460 miles
    Test number
    156735189380
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs corroded
    • AdvisoryO/s/r brake pipe corroded

  16. Pass58,436 miles (+5,911)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    58,436 miles
    Test number
    984364478199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass52,525 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    52,525 miles
    Test number
    298057392513

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail52,525 miles (+8,329)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,525 miles
    Test number
    554639318110
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside o/s/f tyre tread worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryRear tyre treads worn badly on inner edges
    • AdvisoryRear tyre treads worn low
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure monitoring light on

  19. Pass44,196 miles (+5,433)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    44,196 miles
    Test number
    979438144205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass38,763 miles (+3,168)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    38,763 miles
    Test number
    825067643274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass35,595 miles (+5,265)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    35,595 miles
    Test number
    486991822317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass30,330 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    30,330 miles
    Test number
    945110411219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail30,324 miles (+1,494)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,324 miles
    Test number
    767420011219
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  24. Pass28,830 miles (+2,039)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    28,830 miles
    Test number
    531020540286
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

  25. Fail26,791 miles2 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,791 miles
    Test number
    320579019211
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteBearing noise from front of engine
    • NoteN/s/r tyre tread worn on outer edge (no tread)

  26. Pass26,791 miles (+2,978)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    26,791 miles
    Test number
    362389219289
    • NoteBearing noise from front of engine
    • NoteN/s/r tyre tread worn on outer edge (no tread)

  27. Pass23,813 miles (+1,921)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    23,813 miles
    Test number
    860792818229
    • NoteFront pads getting low
    • NoteN/s/r and n/s/f tyres worn on edges

  28. Pass21,892 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    21,892 miles
    Test number
    451714257268
    • NoteN/s/f tyre worn on outer edge
    • NoteN/s/r tyre tread low
    • NoteO/s/r tyre tread low and badly worn on inner edge

  29. Fail21,892 miles1 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,892 miles
    Test number
    864624857244
    • Repaired at testNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre worn on outer edge
    • NoteN/s/r tyre tread low
    • NoteO/s/r tyre tread low and badly worn on inner edge

Questions about T40 JSS

Does T40 JSS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T40 JSS expired on 6 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T40 JSS?
The MOT on T40 JSS expired on 6 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T40 JSS done?
T40 JSS was recorded at 75,766 miles at its MOT on 5 Sept 2025, an average of 2,996 miles a year.
Has T40 JSS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T40 JSS has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on T40 JSS 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 T40 JSS find?
T40 JSS passed its latest MOT on 5 Sept 2025 with 1 advisory: rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened.

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