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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 2,494 cc

T7 JHMMOT history

T7 JHM is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 1 Sept 2002. Its MOT expired on 24 Oct 2025 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 109,896 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Mar 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 24 Oct 2025
Mileage
109,896 mi
At MOT on 9 Mar 2026
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,238 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T7 JHM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
1 Sept 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Oct 2025
Latest MOT test
9 Mar 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

T7 JHM was last recorded at 109,896 miles on 9 Mar 2026, 4,675 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
105,221 miles · 24 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
4,675 miles
Average per year
4,238 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 109,896 miles
  • 2024 – 105,221 miles
  • 2023 – 93,120 miles
  • 2022 – 78,037 miles
  • 2021 – 75,180 miles
  • 2020 – 69,348 miles
  • 2014 – 67,662 miles
  • 2013 – 64,617 miles
  • 2012 – 59,447 miles
  • 2011 – 55,519 miles
  • 2010 – 51,958 miles
  • 2009 – 47,665 miles
  • 2008 – 40,791 miles
  • 2007 – 33,691 miles
  • 2006 – 26,929 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail109,896 miles
  • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryEML light on
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated offside front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin offside front (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front seat wont tilt

What MOT failures 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 legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Nearside & Offside

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

21 tests since 10 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail109,896 miles (+4,675)1 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,896 miles
    Test number
    363395782211
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEML light on
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated offside front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin offside front (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front seat wont tilt

  2. Pass105,221 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    105,221 miles
    Test number
    445595402653
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn very close to legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail105,221 miles (+12,101)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,221 miles
    Test number
    552891625676
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn very close to legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass93,120 miles (+15,083)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    93,120 miles
    Test number
    462356351522
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass78,037 miles (+2,857)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    78,037 miles
    Test number
    425757779692
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass75,180 miles (+588)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    75,180 miles
    Test number
    261852718055
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Nearside & Offside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail74,592 miles (+5,244)1 dangerous3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,592 miles
    Test number
    445647574055
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing Wheel bolt snapped off in hub (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp brings on tailgate foglamp (4.3.3 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Nearside & Offside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass69,348 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    69,348 miles
    Test number
    143584069394
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre wearing slightly inner edge

  9. Fail69,348 miles (+1,686)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,348 miles
    Test number
    722700964694
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre wearing slightly inner edge

  10. Pass67,662 miles (+3,045)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    67,662 miles
    Test number
    335150294293
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteCrack in front number plate

  11. Fail64,617 miles1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,617 miles
    Test number
    685799083265
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass64,617 miles (+5,170)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    64,617 miles
    Test number
    767139883248
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass59,447 miles (+3,928)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    59,447 miles
    Test number
    337202192203
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteCoolant tell tale on

  14. Pass55,519 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    55,519 miles
    Test number
    356347481474

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail55,519 miles (+3,561)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,519 miles
    Test number
    829627181215
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass51,958 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    51,958 miles
    Test number
    314941890227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail51,958 miles (+4,293)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,958 miles
    Test number
    370111890488
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  18. Pass47,665 miles (+6,874)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    47,665 miles
    Test number
    352672299223
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  19. Pass40,791 miles (+7,100)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    40,791 miles
    Test number
    382141798412
    • NoteRear brake discs and pads wearing
    • NoteSome wear to both lower joints

  20. Pass33,691 miles (+6,762)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    33,691 miles
    Test number
    634570627242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass26,929 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    26,929 miles
    Test number
    971322226246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T7 JHM

Does T7 JHM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T7 JHM expired on 24 Oct 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T7 JHM?
The MOT on T7 JHM 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 T7 JHM done?
T7 JHM was recorded at 109,896 miles at its MOT on 9 Mar 2026, an average of 4,238 miles a year.
Has T7 JHM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T7 JHM has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on T7 JHM 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 T7 JHM find?
T7 JHM failed its latest MOT on 9 Mar 2026 with 1 major defect, 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: offside front lower suspension arm ball joint excessively worn; nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; eml light on, and 4 more.

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