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BMW M3

Black · Petrol · 2005 · 3,246 cc

V23 CJAMOT history

V23 CJA is a black petrol BMW M3 first used on 18 May 2005. Its MOT is valid until 28 Jan 2027 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 115,255 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jan 2026.

V23 CJA black 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 28 Jan 2027
Mileage
115,255 mi
At MOT on 27 Jan 2026
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,968 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V23 CJA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
M3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,246 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
18 May 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V23 CJA was last recorded at 115,255 miles on 27 Jan 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
115,254 miles · 26 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
4,968 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 115,255 miles
  • 2025 – 108,613 miles
  • 2024 – 103,275 miles
  • 2022 – 99,643 miles
  • 2021 – 96,712 miles
  • 2020 – 94,345 miles
  • 2019 – 91,008 miles
  • 2018 – 88,382 miles
  • 2017 – 83,991 miles
  • 2016 – 77,660 miles
  • 2015 – 76,793 miles
  • 2014 – 70,942 miles
  • 2013 – 66,217 miles
  • 2012 – 59,922 miles
  • 2011 – 51,384 miles
  • 2010 – 43,017 miles
  • 2009 – 35,978 miles
  • 2008 – 27,084 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass115,255 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryUnderside and components corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 fluid warning lamp illuminated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Exhaust mounting defective Rear exhaust flange corroding/cracked

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

25 tests since 29 Apr 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass115,255 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    115,255 miles
    Test number
    836871973987
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside and components corroded

  2. Fail115,254 miles (+6,641)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,254 miles
    Test number
    134208539290
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside and components corroded

  3. Pass108,613 miles (+5,338)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    108,613 miles
    Test number
    628798877040
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge cracking on tyre also (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass103,275 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    103,275 miles
    Test number
    185751435667

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail103,270 miles (+3,627)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,270 miles
    Test number
    935573243973
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • AdvisoryYellow tpms light on

  6. Pass99,643 miles (+2,931)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    99,643 miles
    Test number
    464438294965
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust heat shields loose
    • AdvisoryDrive belt worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Rear axle area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass96,712 miles (+2)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    96,712 miles
    Test number
    533106575063
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective Rear exhaust flange corroding/cracked (6.1.2 (a))

  8. Fail96,710 miles (+2,365)1 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,710 miles
    Test number
    984930145629
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective Rear exhaust flange corroding/cracked (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass94,345 miles (+3,337)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    94,345 miles
    Test number
    671641381902
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  10. Pass91,008 miles (+2,626)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    91,008 miles
    Test number
    893996239176
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material To hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material To hose (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass88,382 miles (+4,391)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    88,382 miles
    Test number
    851151533828
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded going to hose (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Pass83,991 miles (+6,331)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    83,991 miles
    Test number
    104072627074
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Oil leak driveshaft seal to diff
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak back of engine

  13. Pass77,660 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    77,660 miles
    Test number
    905833538219
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  14. Fail77,655 miles (+862)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,655 miles
    Test number
    190695541767
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  15. Pass76,793 miles (+5,851)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2016
    Odometer
    76,793 miles
    Test number
    865488835148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass70,942 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2015
    Odometer
    70,942 miles
    Test number
    607779914121
    • NoteRear exhaust clamp fractured

  17. Fail70,942 miles (+4,725)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,942 miles
    Test number
    536264314169
    • FailureOffside Front Brake back plate(s) securing device excessively deteriorated (3.5.1j)
    • NoteRear exhaust clamp fractured

  18. Pass66,217 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2014
    Odometer
    66,217 miles
    Test number
    655931723100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail66,217 miles (+6,295)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,217 miles
    Test number
    285831023451
    • FailureNearside Front Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

  20. Pass59,922 miles (+8,538)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2013
    Odometer
    59,922 miles
    Test number
    279206442116
    • 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)

  21. Pass51,384 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2012
    Odometer
    51,384 miles
    Test number
    259490441457

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail51,384 miles (+8,367)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,384 miles
    Test number
    758667731121
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

  23. Pass43,017 miles (+7,039)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2011
    Odometer
    43,017 miles
    Test number
    863033710111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass35,978 miles (+8,894)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2010
    Odometer
    35,978 miles
    Test number
    222858339136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass27,084 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2009
    Odometer
    27,084 miles
    Test number
    243080728161
    • 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)

Questions about V23 CJA

Does V23 CJA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V23 CJA is valid until 28 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on V23 CJA?
The MOT on V23 CJA is valid until 28 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V23 CJA done?
V23 CJA was recorded at 115,255 miles at its MOT on 27 Jan 2026, an average of 4,968 miles a year.
Has V23 CJA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V23 CJA has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on V23 CJA 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 V23 CJA find?
V23 CJA passed its latest MOT on 27 Jan 2026 with 2 advisories: rear oil leak, but not excessive diff; underside and components corroded.

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