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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Diesel · 2008 · 1,995 cc

V33 JOSMOT history

V33 JOS is a silver diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 5 Sept 2008. Its MOT is valid until 12 Jun 2027 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 139,501 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Jun 2026.

V33 JOS silver 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 12 Jun 2027
Mileage
139,501 mi
At MOT on 13 Jun 2026
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
8,700 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V33 JOS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
5 Sept 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V33 JOS was last recorded at 139,501 miles on 13 Jun 2026, 5,583 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 May 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
133,918 miles · 20 May 2024
Between the last two tests
5,583 miles
Average per year
8,700 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 139,501 miles
  • 2024 – 133,918 miles
  • 2023 – 122,220 miles
  • 2022 – 103,238 miles
  • 2021 – 98,876 miles
  • 2019 – 82,283 miles
  • 2018 – 77,047 miles
  • 2017 – 66,063 miles
  • 2016 – 54,377 miles
  • 2015 – 49,032 miles
  • 2014 – 38,508 miles
  • 2013 – 24,755 miles
  • 2012 – 14,537 miles
  • 2011 – 10,923 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass139,501 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Oil leaking excessively from engine

    Major2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front and rear brake discs heavily corroded and all pads 90%worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Under body corrosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2013–2015

Full MOT history

23 tests since 2 Sept 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass139,501 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    139,501 miles
    Test number
    103843154690
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Fail139,478 miles (+5,560)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,478 miles
    Test number
    776690825132
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass133,918 miles (+240)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2025
    Odometer
    133,918 miles
    Test number
    546261198662
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail133,678 miles (+11,458)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,678 miles
    Test number
    299567297112
    • 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))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inside and outside edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heat shield loose

  5. Pass122,220 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    122,220 miles
    Test number
    884387191005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail122,219 miles (+420)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,219 miles
    Test number
    936130239657
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail121,799 miles (+18,561)1 dangerous2 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,799 miles
    Test number
    471242394813
    • DangerousFront Undertray likely to become detached (6.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases from flexible joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake pad wear sensor detached from brake pad
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge heavily worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to caliper flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  8. Pass103,238 miles (+4,362)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    103,238 miles
    Test number
    853461604551

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass98,876 miles (+2,526)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    98,876 miles
    Test number
    469341927902

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass96,350 miles (+14,067)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    96,350 miles
    Test number
    403726994291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass82,283 miles (+5,236)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    82,283 miles
    Test number
    276233576647

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass77,047 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    77,047 miles
    Test number
    847035609075
    • AdvisoryFront and rear brake discs heavily corroded and all pads 90%worn
    • AdvisoryUnder body corrosion

  13. Fail77,047 miles (+10,984)2 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,047 miles
    Test number
    134629957488
    • DangerousOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear brake discs heavily corroded and all pads 90%worn
    • AdvisoryTwo rear shock absorbers corroded
    • AdvisoryUnder body corrosion

  14. Pass66,063 miles (+11,686)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    66,063 miles
    Test number
    975203422200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass54,377 miles (+5,345)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    54,377 miles
    Test number
    101617354923

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass49,032 miles (+110)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    49,032 miles
    Test number
    878767781638

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail48,922 miles (+10,414)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,922 miles
    Test number
    740878065236
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  18. Pass38,508 miles (+13,753)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    38,508 miles
    Test number
    917388734273
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteSlight wear on inside of o/s/r tyre

  19. Pass24,755 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    24,755 miles
    Test number
    779662733264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail24,741 miles (+10,204)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,741 miles
    Test number
    986271833227
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  21. Pass14,537 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    14,537 miles
    Test number
    228283242201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail14,537 miles (+3,614)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,537 miles
    Test number
    547323242264
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  23. Pass10,923 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    10,923 miles
    Test number
    177425841278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V33 JOS

Does V33 JOS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V33 JOS is valid until 12 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on V33 JOS?
The MOT on V33 JOS is valid until 12 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V33 JOS done?
V33 JOS was recorded at 139,501 miles at its MOT on 13 Jun 2026, an average of 8,700 miles a year.
Has V33 JOS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V33 JOS has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on V33 JOS 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 V33 JOS find?
V33 JOS passed its latest MOT on 13 Jun 2026 with 1 advisory: front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe.

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