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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Diesel · 2011 · 2,993 cc

V17 JDSMOT history

V17 JDS is a grey diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 17 Nov 2011. Its MOT is valid until 27 Nov 2026 and it has passed 12 of 20 MOT tests, with 128,771 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Nov 2025.

V17 JDS grey BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 27 Nov 2026
Mileage
128,771 mi
At MOT on 6 Nov 2025
MOT tests
20
12 passed · 8 failed
Per year
9,783 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V17 JDS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
17 Nov 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
6 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

V17 JDS was last recorded at 128,771 miles on 6 Nov 2025, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
128,769 miles · 3 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
9,783 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 128,771 miles
  • 2024 – 122,115 miles
  • 2023 – 113,712 miles
  • 2022 – 105,202 miles
  • 2021 – 95,108 miles
  • 2020 – 83,548 miles
  • 2019 – 72,067 miles
  • 2018 – 53,161 miles
  • 2017 – 38,378 miles
  • 2016 – 30,200 miles
  • 2015 – 26,312 miles
  • 2014 – 20,751 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass128,771 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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule x2

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

20 tests since 22 Oct 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass128,771 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    128,771 miles
    Test number
    471177138359

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail128,769 miles (+6,654)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,769 miles
    Test number
    430496291460
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass122,115 miles (+1)2 minor15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    122,115 miles
    Test number
    643990048988
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp lens defective which has no effect on emitted light faded (4.5.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged sidewall rim protector (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule x2 (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement tie bar (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel has welding repair
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged sidewall rim protector (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement tie bar (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive auto gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail122,114 miles (+8,402)1 dangerous2 minor15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,114 miles
    Test number
    867702397807
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Road wheel has a welding defect rim (5.2.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp lens defective which has no effect on emitted light faded (4.5.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged sidewall rim protector (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule x2 (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement tie bar (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel has welding repair
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged sidewall rim protector (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement tie bar (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive auto gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass113,712 miles (+8,510)1 minor17 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    113,712 miles
    Test number
    540451854408
    • MinorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp lens defective which has no effect on emitted light faded (4.5.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged sidewall/rim protector (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front headlamp washer cover missing in front bumper{no jagged edge}
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule x2 (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement tie bar (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear fog lamp lens starting to fade/deteriorate
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged sidewall/rim protector (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement tie bar (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays and outer sill covers fitted obscuring view of underside/sill components

  6. Pass105,202 miles (+12)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    105,202 miles
    Test number
    396206694182
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront plastic bumper cover damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule x2 (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule x2 (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning lamp illuminated
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted obscuring view of some underside components

  7. Fail105,190 miles (+10,082)2 major2 repaired10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,190 miles
    Test number
    115746475152
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront plastic bumper cover damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule x2 (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule x2 (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning lamp illuminated
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted obscuring view of some underside components

  8. Pass95,108 miles (+11,560)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    95,108 miles
    Test number
    822745696070
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner slight damage to tyre wall
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers / under trays fitted
    • AdvisoryPlastic outer sill covers fitted
    • AdvisorySlight lip on both front brake discs

  9. Pass83,548 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    83,548 miles
    Test number
    120476768900

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail83,547 miles (+11,480)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,547 miles
    Test number
    111693446346
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge badly worn on inner edge, close to exposing cords (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass72,067 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    72,067 miles
    Test number
    734951352058
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  12. Fail72,068 miles (+18,907)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,068 miles
    Test number
    895549351872
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  13. Pass53,161 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    53,161 miles
    Test number
    369753178474
    • AdvisoryRear brake pad sensor insecure

  14. Fail53,161 miles (+14,783)2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,161 miles
    Test number
    280215517973
    • DangerousFront brake pad warning lamp on dash
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened heavily lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear brake pad sensor insecure

  15. Pass38,378 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    38,378 miles
    Test number
    340074472362
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads very low

  16. Fail38,378 miles (+29)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,378 miles
    Test number
    201557333342
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre worn on inner edge almost to cord
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads very low

  17. Fail38,349 miles (+8,149)2 dangerous1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,349 miles
    Test number
    329661537617
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 225/35/19 (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 225/35/19 (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureHeadlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 255/30/19 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass30,200 miles (+3,888)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    30,200 miles
    Test number
    816542654740

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass26,312 miles (+5,561)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    26,312 miles
    Test number
    988427526942

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass20,751 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    20,751 miles
    Test number
    168975394279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V17 JDS

Does V17 JDS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V17 JDS is valid until 27 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on V17 JDS?
The MOT on V17 JDS is valid until 27 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V17 JDS done?
V17 JDS was recorded at 128,771 miles at its MOT on 6 Nov 2025, an average of 9,783 miles a year.
Has V17 JDS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V17 JDS has failed 8 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on V17 JDS 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 V17 JDS find?
V17 JDS passed its latest MOT on 6 Nov 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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