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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 2,171 cc

T8 EMJMOT history

T8 EMJ is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 23 Jul 2003. Its MOT expired on 20 Mar 2026 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 135,870 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Mar 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 20 Mar 2026
Mileage
135,870 mi
At MOT on 21 Mar 2025
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,688 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T8 EMJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,171 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
23 Jul 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
21 Mar 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T8 EMJ was last recorded at 135,870 miles on 21 Mar 2025, 31 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Apr 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
135,839 miles · 4 Apr 2023
Between the last two tests
31 miles
Average per year
5,688 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 135,870 miles
  • 2023 – 135,839 miles
  • 2021 – 123,923 miles
  • 2020 – 115,194 miles
  • 2019 – 99,942 miles
  • 2018 – 94,398 miles
  • 2017 – 90,473 miles
  • 2016 – 84,501 miles
  • 2015 – 77,520 miles
  • 2014 – 70,485 miles
  • 2013 – 62,740 miles
  • 2012 – 53,356 miles
  • 2011 – 51,849 miles
  • 2010 – 51,774 miles
  • 2009 – 46,246 miles
  • 2008 – 39,981 miles
  • 2007 – 34,680 miles
  • 2006 – 29,369 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass135,870 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass135,870 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    135,870 miles
    Test number
    431149300098
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail135,870 miles (+31)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,870 miles
    Test number
    444392580780
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail135,839 miles (+11,916)6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,839 miles
    Test number
    461114993189
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded over tank (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to flex (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorObligatory indirect vision device does not provide a view to the rear interior mirror hanging down (3.3 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to flex (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak

  4. Pass123,923 miles (+8,729)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    123,923 miles
    Test number
    248058773994
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass115,194 miles (+15,252)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    115,194 miles
    Test number
    297348688890
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  6. Pass99,942 miles (+5,544)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    99,942 miles
    Test number
    247898523772
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Nearside front and all rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass94,398 miles (+3,925)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    94,398 miles
    Test number
    543872734047
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded Front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake slightly dragging
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded Both sides (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  8. Pass90,473 miles (+5,972)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    90,473 miles
    Test number
    103654277104
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front and both rear (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (2.4.C.1b)

  9. Pass84,501 miles (+6,981)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    84,501 miles
    Test number
    180337177544

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass77,520 miles (+7,035)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    77,520 miles
    Test number
    295379565186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass70,485 miles (+7,745)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    70,485 miles
    Test number
    159215254158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass62,740 miles (+9,384)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    62,740 miles
    Test number
    975853743104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass53,356 miles5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    53,356 miles
    Test number
    788968052191
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBonnet safety catch siezed
    • NoteFront discs rusty

  14. Fail53,356 miles (+1,507)2 failures6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,356 miles
    Test number
    576018752180
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (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)
    • NoteBonnet safety catch siezed
    • NoteFront discs rusty

  15. Pass51,849 miles (+75)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    51,849 miles
    Test number
    158141971144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass51,774 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    51,774 miles
    Test number
    943644850298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail51,774 miles (+5,528)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,774 miles
    Test number
    460239640277
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  18. Pass46,246 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    46,246 miles
    Test number
    710656919246
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail46,246 miles (+6,265)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,246 miles
    Test number
    453243319299
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass39,981 miles (+5,301)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    39,981 miles
    Test number
    724165408241
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass34,680 miles (+5,311)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    34,680 miles
    Test number
    364056407229
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass29,369 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    29,369 miles
    Test number
    442211086194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T8 EMJ

Does T8 EMJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T8 EMJ expired on 20 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T8 EMJ?
The MOT on T8 EMJ expired on 20 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T8 EMJ done?
T8 EMJ was recorded at 135,870 miles at its MOT on 21 Mar 2025, an average of 5,688 miles a year.
Has T8 EMJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T8 EMJ has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on T8 EMJ 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 T8 EMJ find?
T8 EMJ passed its latest MOT on 21 Mar 2025 with 1 advisory: offside rear inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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