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BMW 3 Series

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 2,800 cc

V34 HJBMOT history

V34 HJB is a green petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 26 Nov 1999. Its MOT expired on 16 May 2026 and it has passed 19 of 33 MOT tests, with 162,713 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Apr 2025.

V34 HJB green BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 16 May 2026
Mileage
162,713 mi
At MOT on 25 Apr 2025
MOT tests
33
19 passed · 14 failed
Per year
5,541 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V34 HJB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,800 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
26 Nov 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 May 2026
Latest MOT test
25 Apr 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

V34 HJB was last recorded at 162,713 miles on 25 Apr 2025, 2,559 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 May 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
160,154 miles · 7 May 2024
Between the last two tests
2,559 miles
Average per year
5,541 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 162,713 miles
  • 2024 – 160,154 miles
  • 2023 – 155,584 miles
  • 2022 – 154,799 miles
  • 2021 – 154,531 miles
  • 2020 – 152,739 miles
  • 2019 – 150,489 miles
  • 2018 – 147,900 miles
  • 2017 – 143,500 miles
  • 2016 – 135,828 miles
  • 2014 – 129,675 miles
  • 2013 – 115,124 miles
  • 2011 – 106,176 miles
  • 2010 – 89,766 miles
  • 2009 – 81,746 miles
  • 2007 – 71,008 miles
  • 2006 – 60,451 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass162,713 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-lock braking system wiring damaged but not excessively (1.6 (d))
  • AdvisoryOffside Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-lock braking system wiring damaged but not excessively (1.6 (d))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material at rear end (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019

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.

  • Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2018

Full MOT history

33 tests since 10 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass162,713 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2026
    Odometer
    162,713 miles
    Test number
    890141071546
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-lock braking system wiring damaged but not excessively (1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-lock braking system wiring damaged but not excessively (1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material at rear end (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail162,713 miles (+2,559)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,713 miles
    Test number
    877743932475
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced water in headlight (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-lock braking system wiring damaged but not excessively (1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-lock braking system wiring damaged but not excessively (1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material at rear end (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass160,154 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2025
    Odometer
    160,154 miles
    Test number
    516578855778

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail160,153 miles (+4,569)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,153 miles
    Test number
    854881241133
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass155,584 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2024
    Odometer
    155,584 miles
    Test number
    730796743189
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail155,584 miles (+785)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,584 miles
    Test number
    533352592980
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass154,799 miles (+268)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2023
    Odometer
    154,799 miles
    Test number
    564777000448
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass154,531 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    154,531 miles
    Test number
    366816773405
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  9. Fail154,531 miles (+1,792)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,531 miles
    Test number
    704428394441
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  10. Pass152,739 miles (+2,250)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    152,739 miles
    Test number
    276522091420
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive From Engine. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Pass150,489 miles1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    150,489 miles
    Test number
    649829733339
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryProduct on front and rear indicators
    • AdvisoryProduct on rear light units

  12. Fail150,489 miles (+191)2 repaired1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,489 miles
    Test number
    490207274287
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryProduct on front and rear indicators
    • AdvisoryProduct on rear light units

  13. Fail150,298 miles (+2,398)1 dangerous8 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,298 miles
    Test number
    164345348756
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected sill/ jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryProduct on both front and rear indicators
    • AdvisoryProduct on rear lights

  14. Pass147,900 miles (+4,400)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    147,900 miles
    Test number
    116419897398
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • 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)

  15. Pass143,500 miles (+6)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    143,500 miles
    Test number
    768518678705
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  16. Fail143,494 miles (+7,666)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,494 miles
    Test number
    327070316054
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  17. Pass135,828 miles (+5)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    135,828 miles
    Test number
    368181780271
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  18. Fail135,823 miles (+6,148)5 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,823 miles
    Test number
    816958354089
    • FailureNearside Front Torque/reaction arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  19. Pass129,675 miles (+28)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    129,675 miles
    Test number
    366012854335

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail129,647 miles (+6,388)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,647 miles
    Test number
    508610554345
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

  21. Pass123,259 miles (+21)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    123,259 miles
    Test number
    458394614015
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  22. Fail123,238 miles (+8,114)2 failures1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,238 miles
    Test number
    909999204083
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass115,124 miles (+76)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    115,124 miles
    Test number
    727401713064
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Fail115,048 miles (+8,872)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,048 miles
    Test number
    297048903033
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass106,176 miles (+21)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    106,176 miles
    Test number
    788744651347

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail106,155 miles (+8,482)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,155 miles
    Test number
    698119441366
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on inner edges.

  27. Pass97,673 miles (+18)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    97,673 miles
    Test number
    855752311007
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteRear discs worn

  28. Fail97,655 miles (+7,889)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,655 miles
    Test number
    287676501042
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteRear discs worn

  29. Pass89,766 miles (+8,020)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    89,766 miles
    Test number
    272665000073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass81,746 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    81,746 miles
    Test number
    730036209093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail81,746 miles (+10,738)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,746 miles
    Test number
    131525509007
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  32. Pass71,008 miles (+10,557)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    71,008 miles
    Test number
    811397317323
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  33. Pass60,451 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    60,451 miles
    Test number
    703234916360

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V34 HJB

Does V34 HJB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V34 HJB expired on 16 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V34 HJB?
The MOT on V34 HJB expired on 16 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V34 HJB done?
V34 HJB was recorded at 162,713 miles at its MOT on 25 Apr 2025, an average of 5,541 miles a year.
Has V34 HJB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V34 HJB has failed 14 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on V34 HJB 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 V34 HJB find?
V34 HJB passed its latest MOT on 25 Apr 2025 with 6 advisories: fluid leak, but not excessive; nearside front anti-lock braking system wiring damaged but not excessively; offside engine mounting damaged but not to excess, and 3 more.

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