
BMW 3 Series
Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 2,793 cc
T56 JJFMOT history
T56 JJF is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 31 Dec 1998. Its MOT expired on 24 Oct 2025 and it has passed 15 of 26 MOT tests, with 186,962 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Oct 2025.
- MOT
- Expired
- On 24 Oct 2025
- Mileage
- 186,962 mi
- At MOT on 31 Oct 2025
- MOT tests
- 26
- 15 passed · 11 failed
- Per year
- 6,299 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- T56 JJF
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- BMW
- Model
- 3 Series
- Colour
- Blue
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 2,793 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 1998
- First used
- 31 Dec 1998
- MOT status
- MOT expired on 24 Oct 2025
- Latest MOT test
- 31 Oct 2025 (Fail)
Mileage history
T56 JJF was last recorded at 186,962 miles on 31 Oct 2025, 8,241 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Oct 2024.
- Previous MOT
- 178,721 miles · 25 Oct 2024
- Between the last two tests
- 8,241 miles
- Average per year
- 6,299 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2025 – 186,962 miles
- 2024 – 178,721 miles
- 2023 – 169,470 miles
- 2022 – 162,338 miles
- 2021 – 156,569 miles
- 2020 – 155,263 miles
- 2015 – 151,649 miles
- 2014 – 141,820 miles
- 2013 – 127,698 miles
- 2012 – 112,415 miles
- 2010 – 99,393 miles
- 2009 – 83,194 miles
- 2008 – 81,982 miles
- 2007 – 77,996 miles
- 2006 – 70,857 miles
- 2005 – 58,575 miles
What the latest MOT found
- DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
- MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
- MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- MajorHydraulic fluid leaking excessively power steering (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (5.2.3 (f))
- MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- MajorNearside Rear Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (5.2.3 (f))
- MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (5.2.3 (f))
- MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (5.2.3 (f))
- MajorPower steering component leaking Rack and pump (2.1.5 (a))
- MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
- MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor/sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor/sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
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.
Parking brake efficiency below requirements
Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024
Nearside & offside rear outer wheel arches corroding
Advisory2 MOTs, 2023
Offside front anti roll bar mount corroding
Advisory2 MOTs, 2023
Offside front wheel arch corroding
Advisory2 MOTs, 2023
Rear diff mounts deteriorating
Advisory2 MOTs, 2023
Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources
Minor2 MOTs, 2021
Full MOT history
26 tests since 13 Jun 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Fail186,962 miles (+8,241)1 dangerous14 major2 minor5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 186,962 miles
- Test number
- 503761206864
- DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
- MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
- MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- MajorHydraulic fluid leaking excessively power steering (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (5.2.3 (f))
- MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- MajorNearside Rear Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (5.2.3 (f))
- MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (5.2.3 (f))
- MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (5.2.3 (f))
- MajorPower steering component leaking Rack and pump (2.1.5 (a))
- MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
- MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor/sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor/sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
Pass178,721 miles (+70)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 24 Oct 2025
- Odometer
- 178,721 miles
- Test number
- 646796890012
- AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from rack and pump (2.1.5 (a))
- AdvisoryRear exhaust heat sheild loose
- AdvisorySurface rust on floor and sill areas but not considered excessive
Fail178,651 miles (+9,181)3 major12 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 178,651 miles
- Test number
- 853715478840
- MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play play found with vehicle on hard standing & steering being shaken (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps nearside & offside (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced nearside & offside 'D' mounts (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit now (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON LIMIT NOW (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
- AdvisoryBoot lid is corroding & holed
- AdvisoryCorrosion to rear suspension components
- AdvisoryCorrosion to sill & floor area's
- AdvisoryOffside front bumper corner is loose
- AdvisoryOffside front suspension arm inner ball joint is not fully located in arm - ball joint is secure
- AdvisoryRear diff mounts are deteriorating
- AdvisoryRear exhaust heat shield is loose
Pass169,470 miles (+50)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 15 Oct 2024
- Odometer
- 169,470 miles
- Test number
- 239887621675
- AdvisoryNearside & offside rear outer wheel arches corroding
- AdvisoryOffside front anti roll bar mount corroding
- AdvisoryOffside front wheel arch corroding
- AdvisoryRear diff mounts deteriorating
Fail169,420 miles (+7,082)4 major4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 169,420 miles
- Test number
- 155663984364
- MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- MajorPower steering component leaking steering rack leaking at each end of the rack gaiters (2.1.5 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside & offside rear outer wheel arches corroding
- AdvisoryOffside front anti roll bar mount corroding
- AdvisoryOffside front wheel arch corroding
- AdvisoryRear diff mounts deteriorating
Pass162,338 miles
- MOT expiry
- 4 Oct 2023
- Odometer
- 162,338 miles
- Test number
- 879079562597
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail162,338 miles (+5,769)1 major
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 162,338 miles
- Test number
- 609318079968
- MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
Pass156,569 miles2 minor2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 15 Jul 2022
- Odometer
- 156,569 miles
- Test number
- 716986835872
- MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
Fail156,569 miles (+1,306)1 dangerous6 major2 minor4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 156,569 miles
- Test number
- 428604392484
- DangerousFront Bumper likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (ii))
- MajorCentral Exhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
- MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
- MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
- MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
- MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryCentral heat shield loose
- AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured all four Front & rear (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
Pass155,263 miles1 minor4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 8 Jul 2021
- Odometer
- 155,263 miles
- Test number
- 786482630493
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Fail155,263 miles (+3,614)1 repaired1 minor4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 155,263 miles
- Test number
- 403433034406
- Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Pass151,649 miles (+28)
- MOT expiry
- 8 Jul 2016
- Odometer
- 151,649 miles
- Test number
- 236570295496
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail151,621 miles (+9,801)7 failures2 advisories2 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 151,621 miles
- Test number
- 677834335156
- FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- FailureOffside Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)
- FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
- FailureRear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)
- FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
- NoteFront bumper insecure
- NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
Pass141,820 miles (+14,122)
- MOT expiry
- 3 Apr 2015
- Odometer
- 141,820 miles
- Test number
- 868004994000
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass127,698 miles (+6)
- MOT expiry
- 11 Apr 2014
- Odometer
- 127,698 miles
- Test number
- 548182903169
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail127,692 miles (+15,277)2 dangerous4 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 127,692 miles
- Test number
- 749515693005
- DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
- DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
- FailureFront Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
- FailureNearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
- FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- FailureRear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Pass112,415 miles2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 11 Mar 2013
- Odometer
- 112,415 miles
- Test number
- 929642772035
- NoteAll four suspension coil springs are starting to corrode
- NoteExhaust system is corroded
Fail112,415 miles (+13,022)3 failures2 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 112,415 miles
- Test number
- 515299362075
- FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- NoteAll four suspension coil springs are starting to corrode
- NoteExhaust system is corroded
Pass99,393 miles (+16,199)2 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- 24 Oct 2011
- Odometer
- 99,393 miles
- Test number
- 664668390233
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- NoteFront tyres badly wearing on edges advise tracking check
Pass83,194 miles
- MOT expiry
- 6 Oct 2010
- Odometer
- 83,194 miles
- Test number
- 132690889255
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail83,194 miles (+1,212)4 failures2 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 83,194 miles
- Test number
- 400844379221
- FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
- FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
- AdvisorySuspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- NoteSlight seapage from power steering pipe @ rack
Pass81,982 miles (+3,986)
- MOT expiry
- 16 May 2009
- Odometer
- 81,982 miles
- Test number
- 563178138187
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass77,996 miles (+7,139)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 25 Jul 2008
- Odometer
- 77,996 miles
- Test number
- 924887207250
- AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight play in the sliding bush or gland (2.5.B.1b)
- AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
- AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
Pass70,857 miles (+12,282)4 advisories7 notes
- MOT expiry
- 14 Jun 2007
- Odometer
- 70,857 miles
- Test number
- 374513656181
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- NoteEngine oil leak
- NoteFront tyres wearing slightly unevenly
- NoteNearside rear tyre sidewall slightly damaged
- NoteOffside front wheel slightly damaged
- NoteOffside rear tyre sidewall slightly damaged
- NoteRear tyres wearing unevenly
- NoteSlight play in front steering mechanism
Pass58,575 miles (+5)
- MOT expiry
- 14 Jun 2006
- Odometer
- 58,575 miles
- Test number
- 263426365135
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail58,570 miles1 failure5 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 58,570 miles
- Test number
- 582534165180
- FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- NoteOil leak
Questions about T56 JJF
- Does T56 JJF currently have a valid MOT?
- No. The MOT on T56 JJF expired on 24 Oct 2025, according to DVSA records.
- When is the MOT due on T56 JJF?
- The MOT on T56 JJF expired on 24 Oct 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
- What mileage has T56 JJF done?
- T56 JJF was recorded at 186,962 miles at its MOT on 31 Oct 2025, an average of 6,299 miles a year.
- Has T56 JJF ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. T56 JJF has failed 11 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Oct 2025.
- Has the mileage on T56 JJF 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 T56 JJF find?
- T56 JJF failed its latest MOT on 31 Oct 2025 with 1 dangerous defect, 14 major defects, 2 minor defects and 5 advisories: nearside front tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; front exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases, and 19 more.
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