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BMW 3 Series

Purple · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

T45 JRDMOT history

T45 JRD is a purple petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 27 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 9 May 2026 and it has passed 13 of 18 MOT tests, with 141,129 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 May 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 9 May 2026
Mileage
141,129 mi
At MOT on 10 May 2025
MOT tests
18
13 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,879 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T45 JRD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Purple
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
27 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 May 2026
Latest MOT test
10 May 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T45 JRD was last recorded at 141,129 miles on 10 May 2025, 7 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Dec 2018.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
141,122 miles · 28 Dec 2018
Between the last two tests
7 miles
Average per year
3,879 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 141,129 miles
  • 2018 – 141,122 miles
  • 2016 – 136,473 miles
  • 2015 – 126,796 miles
  • 2014 – 120,287 miles
  • 2013 – 110,138 miles
  • 2012 – 103,958 miles
  • 2011 – 98,243 miles
  • 2010 – 92,422 miles
  • 2009 – 86,569 miles
  • 2008 – 81,658 miles
  • 2007 – 72,962 miles
  • 2006 – 67,698 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass141,129 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside (6.1.1 (c) (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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2014

  • Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2007–2013

  • Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2007–2013

Full MOT history

18 tests since 30 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass141,129 miles (+7)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2026
    Odometer
    141,129 miles
    Test number
    348409639963
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail141,122 miles (+4,649)8 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,122 miles
    Test number
    393898569794
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength anti roll bar mount point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear brake pipe by fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive anti roll bar mount point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front lower part of wing sill area corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass136,473 miles (+9,677)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    136,473 miles
    Test number
    479421285424
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 225/50/16 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside headlamp washer leaking
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 225/50/16 ON LIMIT replace asap (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)

  4. Pass126,796 miles (+6,509)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    126,796 miles
    Test number
    918666935117
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside front tyre starting to crack

  5. Pass120,287 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    120,287 miles
    Test number
    206158644192
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  6. Fail120,287 miles (+10,149)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,287 miles
    Test number
    965218644151
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  7. Pass110,138 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    110,138 miles
    Test number
    536339543122
    • NoteSlight play in nearside and offside steering rack arms

  8. Fail110,138 miles (+6,180)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,138 miles
    Test number
    156608643157
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteSlight play in nearside and offside steering rack arms

  9. Fail103,958 miles2 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,958 miles
    Test number
    596138852199
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  10. Pass103,958 miles (+5,715)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    103,958 miles
    Test number
    955928152169
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Pass98,243 miles (+5,821)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    98,243 miles
    Test number
    678823351155
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  12. Pass92,422 miles (+5,853)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    92,422 miles
    Test number
    332373050167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass86,569 miles (+4,911)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    86,569 miles
    Test number
    254205559425

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass81,658 miles (+8,696)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    81,658 miles
    Test number
    584369348183
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass72,962 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    72,962 miles
    Test number
    810560257189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail72,962 miles (+5,264)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,962 miles
    Test number
    641560257198
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  17. Pass67,698 miles (+65)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    67,698 miles
    Test number
    284078156449
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  18. Pass67,633 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2007
    Odometer
    67,633 miles
    Test number
    613340556133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T45 JRD

Does T45 JRD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T45 JRD expired on 9 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T45 JRD?
The MOT on T45 JRD expired on 9 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T45 JRD done?
T45 JRD was recorded at 141,129 miles at its MOT on 10 May 2025, an average of 3,879 miles a year.
Has T45 JRD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T45 JRD has failed 5 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Dec 2018.
Has the mileage on T45 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 T45 JRD find?
T45 JRD passed its latest MOT on 10 May 2025 with 5 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 2 more.

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