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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 2,793 cc

T479 JCPMOT history

T479 JCP is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 27 May 2027 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 86,815 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 27 May 2027
Mileage
86,815 mi
At MOT on 28 May 2026
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,248 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T479 JCP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 May 2027
Latest MOT test
28 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T479 JCP was last recorded at 86,815 miles on 28 May 2026, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
86,811 miles · 14 May 2026
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
3,248 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 86,815 miles
  • 2024 – 86,679 miles
  • 2023 – 83,165 miles
  • 2022 – 80,579 miles
  • 2021 – 76,217 miles
  • 2020 – 70,203 miles
  • 2019 – 65,764 miles
  • 2018 – 62,011 miles
  • 2017 – 56,317 miles
  • 2016 – 48,301 miles
  • 2015 – 39,370 miles
  • 2014 – 31,649 miles
  • 2013 – 23,782 miles
  • 2012 – 23,209 miles
  • 2011 – 23,139 miles
  • 2010 – 22,990 miles
  • 2009 – 22,387 miles
  • 2008 – 22,168 miles
  • 2007 – 21,779 miles
  • 2006 – 21,512 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass86,815 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin rear pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side

    Major3 MOTs, 2022–2026

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2018

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

30 tests since 20 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass86,815 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2027
    Odometer
    86,815 miles
    Test number
    408445076293
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin rear pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail86,811 miles (+132)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,811 miles
    Test number
    467201335081
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass86,679 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    86,679 miles
    Test number
    581434943414

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail86,678 miles (+3,513)2 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,678 miles
    Test number
    562434125969
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBody component damaged and likely to cause injury both side outer sills corroded (6.2.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass83,165 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    83,165 miles
    Test number
    844494008058
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail83,165 miles (+2,586)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,165 miles
    Test number
    536540245756
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass80,579 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    80,579 miles
    Test number
    487304507343
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Fail80,579 miles (+4,362)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,579 miles
    Test number
    832214933719
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass76,217 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    76,217 miles
    Test number
    475711681846
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  10. Fail76,217 miles (+6,014)5 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,217 miles
    Test number
    513044487589
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Pass70,203 miles (+4,439)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    70,203 miles
    Test number
    934285185559
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  12. Pass65,764 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    65,764 miles
    Test number
    356056232293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail65,763 miles (+3,752)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,763 miles
    Test number
    397012641287
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded 2 front to rear and n/s/f (1.1.11 (c))

  14. Pass62,011 miles (+126)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2019
    Odometer
    62,011 miles
    Test number
    277164195127
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Fail61,885 miles (+5,568)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,885 miles
    Test number
    734967651141
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear side of fuel tank (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear of arm (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear side of fuel tank (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Pass56,317 miles (+8,016)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2018
    Odometer
    56,317 miles
    Test number
    770665147089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass48,301 miles (+8,931)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2017
    Odometer
    48,301 miles
    Test number
    551813543874

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass39,370 miles (+7,721)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2016
    Odometer
    39,370 miles
    Test number
    398753505113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass31,649 miles (+7,867)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2015
    Odometer
    31,649 miles
    Test number
    775811724156
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass23,782 miles (+573)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2014
    Odometer
    23,782 miles
    Test number
    389937023196
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass23,209 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2013
    Odometer
    23,209 miles
    Test number
    657534122162
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Fail23,209 miles (+70)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,209 miles
    Test number
    359563322136
    • FailureNearside Rear Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass23,139 miles (+149)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2012
    Odometer
    23,139 miles
    Test number
    647561311181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass22,990 miles (+603)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2011
    Odometer
    22,990 miles
    Test number
    523850910179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass22,387 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2010
    Odometer
    22,387 miles
    Test number
    982703219188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail22,387 miles (+219)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,387 miles
    Test number
    960953419183
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  27. Pass22,168 miles (+389)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2009
    Odometer
    22,168 miles
    Test number
    802113818176
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  28. Pass21,779 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2008
    Odometer
    21,779 miles
    Test number
    490632327125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail21,779 miles (+267)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,779 miles
    Test number
    993682527193
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  30. Pass21,512 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    21,512 miles
    Test number
    513360016164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T479 JCP

Does T479 JCP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T479 JCP is valid until 27 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T479 JCP?
The MOT on T479 JCP is valid until 27 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T479 JCP done?
T479 JCP was recorded at 86,815 miles at its MOT on 28 May 2026, an average of 3,248 miles a year.
Has T479 JCP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T479 JCP has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 14 May 2026.
Has the mileage on T479 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 T479 JCP find?
T479 JCP passed its latest MOT on 28 May 2026 with 2 advisories: brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all discs; brake pad(s) wearing thin rear pads.

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