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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 2,494 cc

T847 VJNMOT history

T847 VJN is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 9 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 20 May 2026 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 136,669 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 May 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 20 May 2026
Mileage
136,669 mi
At MOT on 21 May 2025
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,340 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T847 VJN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
9 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 May 2026
Latest MOT test
21 May 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T847 VJN was last recorded at 136,669 miles on 21 May 2025, 668 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Apr 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
136,001 miles · 8 Apr 2024
Between the last two tests
668 miles
Average per year
4,340 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 136,669 miles
  • 2024 – 136,001 miles
  • 2023 – 131,600 miles
  • 2022 – 131,487 miles
  • 2021 – 130,259 miles
  • 2020 – 125,801 miles
  • 2019 – 121,568 miles
  • 2018 – 118,376 miles
  • 2017 – 114,601 miles
  • 2016 – 110,481 miles
  • 2015 – 104,987 miles
  • 2014 – 101,111 miles
  • 2013 – 96,379 miles
  • 2012 – 92,492 miles
  • 2011 – 86,916 miles
  • 2010 – 80,064 miles
  • 2009 – 73,750 miles
  • 2008 – 67,340 miles
  • 2007 – 60,486 miles
  • 2006 – 53,251 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass136,669 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front & rear

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Slight play in steering joints

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Both side wheel arch, both side inner sills, both side brake pipe ,rear axle components slight corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Parking brake weak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

28 tests since 1 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass136,669 miles (+668)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2026
    Odometer
    136,669 miles
    Test number
    508458029472

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass136,001 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    136,001 miles
    Test number
    844566265138
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front & rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side front & both side rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth side wheel arch, both side inner sills, both side brake pipe ,rear axle components slight corroded
    • AdvisoryParking brake weak
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering joints

  3. Fail136,001 miles (+4,401)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,001 miles
    Test number
    195955911993
    • Repaired at testPosition lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front & rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side front & both side rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth side wheel arch, both side inner sills, both side brake pipe ,rear axle components slight corroded
    • AdvisoryParking brake weak
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering joints

  4. Pass131,600 miles (+113)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    131,600 miles
    Test number
    504951669276
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front & rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth side wheel arch, both side inner sills, both side brake pipe ,rear axle components slight corroded
    • AdvisoryParking brake weak
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering joints

  5. Pass131,487 miles (+1,228)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    131,487 miles
    Test number
    754735385128
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front & rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front & rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever worn, but not excessively (1.1.6 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering joints

  6. Pass130,259 miles (+4,458)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    130,259 miles
    Test number
    891786687699
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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. Pass125,801 miles (+4,233)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    125,801 miles
    Test number
    807768744191
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass121,568 miles (+3,192)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    121,568 miles
    Test number
    191460920020
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass118,376 miles (+3,775)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    118,376 miles
    Test number
    604915894309
    • 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)

  10. Pass114,601 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    114,601 miles
    Test number
    335301401495

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail114,601 miles (+4,120)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,601 miles
    Test number
    287923110014
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  12. Pass110,481 miles (+5,494)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    110,481 miles
    Test number
    911505448326
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass104,987 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    104,987 miles
    Test number
    529926555026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail104,987 miles (+3,876)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,987 miles
    Test number
    638056055068
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  15. Pass101,111 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    101,111 miles
    Test number
    186152064045
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail101,111 miles (+4,732)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,111 miles
    Test number
    987932564021
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass96,379 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    96,379 miles
    Test number
    357714563089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail96,379 miles (+3,887)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,379 miles
    Test number
    825624563034
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  19. Pass92,492 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    92,492 miles
    Test number
    938581952026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail92,492 miles (+5,576)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,492 miles
    Test number
    957548042004
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  21. Pass86,916 miles (+6,852)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    86,916 miles
    Test number
    186150761094
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  22. Pass80,064 miles (+6,314)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    80,064 miles
    Test number
    951673450024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass73,750 miles (+6,410)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    73,750 miles
    Test number
    392326459047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass67,340 miles (+6,854)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    67,340 miles
    Test number
    160994868467

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass60,486 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    60,486 miles
    Test number
    523796267050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail60,485 miles (+7,234)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,485 miles
    Test number
    120995867009
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • NoteFront number plate cracked.slight play in steering rack o/s.

  27. Pass53,251 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    53,251 miles
    Test number
    710252966097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail53,251 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,251 miles
    Test number
    602730366049
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Questions about T847 VJN

Does T847 VJN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T847 VJN expired on 20 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T847 VJN?
The MOT on T847 VJN expired on 20 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T847 VJN done?
T847 VJN was recorded at 136,669 miles at its MOT on 21 May 2025, an average of 4,340 miles a year.
Has T847 VJN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T847 VJN has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on T847 VJN 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 T847 VJN find?
T847 VJN passed its latest MOT on 21 May 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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