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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

T83 JBHMOT history

T83 JBH is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 2 May 2025 and it has passed 18 of 31 MOT tests, with 80,685 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Dec 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 2 May 2025
Mileage
80,685 mi
At MOT on 3 Dec 2025
MOT tests
31
18 passed · 13 failed
Per year
2,080 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T83 JBH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 May 2025
Latest MOT test
3 Dec 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

T83 JBH was last recorded at 80,685 miles on 3 Dec 2025, 2,507 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 May 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
78,178 miles · 3 May 2024
Between the last two tests
2,507 miles
Average per year
2,080 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 80,685 miles
  • 2024 – 78,178 miles
  • 2023 – 76,150 miles
  • 2022 – 73,599 miles
  • 2021 – 73,332 miles
  • 2020 – 73,080 miles
  • 2018 – 73,069 miles
  • 2017 – 66,450 miles
  • 2016 – 59,476 miles
  • 2015 – 56,076 miles
  • 2014 – 53,297 miles
  • 2013 – 51,023 miles
  • 2012 – 48,536 miles
  • 2011 – 46,605 miles
  • 2010 – 45,941 miles
  • 2009 – 43,855 miles
  • 2008 – 43,138 miles
  • 2007 – 40,957 miles
  • 2006 – 39,820 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail80,685 miles
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour white (4.4.3 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour white (4.4.3 (a))
  • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective rubber missing (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.6mm, 225/50R16 (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2024

  • Coil spring corroded both rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

31 tests since 12 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail80,685 miles (+2,507)9 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,685 miles
    Test number
    838952877373
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour white (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour white (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective rubber missing (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.6mm, 225/50R16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass78,178 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2025
    Odometer
    78,178 miles
    Test number
    546456648367
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Fail78,176 miles (+9)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,176 miles
    Test number
    130014171459
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Fail78,167 miles (+2,017)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,167 miles
    Test number
    118362862818
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering rack

  5. Pass76,150 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    76,150 miles
    Test number
    643636949358
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x2 (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Fail76,150 miles (+2,551)1 dangerous3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,150 miles
    Test number
    916991852709
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected antiroll bar mount (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x2 (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass73,599 miles (+267)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    73,599 miles
    Test number
    542129643620

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass73,332 miles (+252)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    73,332 miles
    Test number
    318972838270
    • AdvisoryNearside Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear P Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust Touching Underside Of Car
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass73,080 miles (+11)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    73,080 miles
    Test number
    938475657895
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Indicator Lens Missing
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass73,069 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2019
    Odometer
    73,069 miles
    Test number
    147799844764
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded both sides (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryO/s/f steering rack has slight play,ok at test.

  11. Fail73,069 miles (+6,619)1 dangerous2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,069 miles
    Test number
    468570686132
    • DangerousNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded both sides (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryO/s/f steering rack has slight play,ok at test.

  12. Pass66,450 miles (+5)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2018
    Odometer
    66,450 miles
    Test number
    194515371613
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Fail66,445 miles (+6,969)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,445 miles
    Test number
    800466398325
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Pass59,476 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    59,476 miles
    Test number
    357551042879
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail59,476 miles (+3,400)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,476 miles
    Test number
    658617907726
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass56,076 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    56,076 miles
    Test number
    276358505461
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NotePlay in offside of steering rack

  17. Fail56,076 miles (+2,779)1 failure4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,076 miles
    Test number
    245447905404
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NotePlay in offside of steering rack

  18. Pass53,297 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    53,297 miles
    Test number
    129725394473
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  19. Fail53,297 miles (+2,274)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,297 miles
    Test number
    705784394045
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  20. Pass51,023 miles (+2,487)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    51,023 miles
    Test number
    768616113177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass48,536 miles (+1,931)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    48,536 miles
    Test number
    866268512149
    • NoteSlight play o/s rack

  22. Pass46,605 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    46,605 miles
    Test number
    408175501199
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteSlight play in OSF steering rack end

  23. Fail46,605 miles (+664)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,605 miles
    Test number
    799415501120
    • FailureRear registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteSlight play in OSF steering rack end

  24. Pass45,941 miles (+2,086)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    45,941 miles
    Test number
    471724500185
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  25. Fail43,855 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,855 miles
    Test number
    751777799052
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Brake cable locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

  26. Pass43,855 miles (+717)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    43,855 miles
    Test number
    983647399066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail43,138 miles2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,138 miles
    Test number
    300711128102
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteSlight play offside inner rack joint

  28. Pass43,138 miles (+2,181)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    43,138 miles
    Test number
    590371228139
    • NoteSlight play offside inner rack joint

  29. Pass40,957 miles (+1,137)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    40,957 miles
    Test number
    554936007164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass39,820 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    39,820 miles
    Test number
    650142406138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail39,820 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,820 miles
    Test number
    754612506161
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T83 JBH

Does T83 JBH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T83 JBH expired on 2 May 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T83 JBH?
The MOT on T83 JBH expired on 2 May 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T83 JBH done?
T83 JBH was recorded at 80,685 miles at its MOT on 3 Dec 2025, an average of 2,080 miles a year.
Has T83 JBH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T83 JBH has failed 13 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on T83 JBH 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 T83 JBH find?
T83 JBH failed its latest MOT on 3 Dec 2025 with 9 major defects and 5 advisories: exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits; nearside front direction indicator incorrect colour white; nearside front seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill, and 11 more.

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