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BMW 3 Series

Bronze · Petrol · 2007 · 2,494 cc

V5 NJLMOT history

V5 NJL is a bronze petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 27 Oct 2007. Its MOT expired on 3 Oct 2024 and it has passed 12 of 14 MOT tests, with 114,480 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2023.

V5 NJL bronze BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 3 Oct 2024
Mileage
114,480 mi
At MOT on 2 Oct 2023
MOT tests
14
12 passed · 2 failed
Per year
6,161 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V5 NJL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Bronze
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
27 Oct 2007
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Oct 2024
Latest MOT test
2 Oct 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

V5 NJL was last recorded at 114,480 miles on 2 Oct 2023, 1,158 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Oct 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
113,322 miles · 1 Oct 2022
Between the last two tests
1,158 miles
Average per year
6,161 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 114,480 miles
  • 2022 – 113,322 miles
  • 2021 – 112,065 miles
  • 2020 – 110,637 miles
  • 2019 – 109,962 miles
  • 2017 – 109,915 miles
  • 2016 – 109,552 miles
  • 2015 – 96,036 miles
  • 2014 – 84,174 miles
  • 2013 – 69,906 miles
  • 2012 – 56,590 miles
  • 2011 – 45,424 miles
  • 2010 – 34,775 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass114,480 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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 Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

14 tests since 25 Oct 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass114,480 miles (+1,158)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    114,480 miles
    Test number
    430221928355
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  2. Pass113,322 miles (+1,257)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    113,322 miles
    Test number
    681805093361
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass112,065 miles (+1,428)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    112,065 miles
    Test number
    402191312623
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass110,637 miles (+675)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    110,637 miles
    Test number
    660781815442
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing side wall chunk missing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass109,962 miles15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    109,962 miles
    Test number
    199162549204
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front and rear sub frame mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear inner sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front and rear sub frame mounts (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear inner sill corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail109,962 miles (+47)2 dangerous1 major15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,962 miles
    Test number
    718298197774
    • DangerousNearside Rear Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting missing sub frame outer tie bar corroded and missing (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting likely to become detached tie bar excessively corroded (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front and rear sub frame mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear inner sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front and rear sub frame mounts (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear inner sill corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Fail109,915 miles (+363)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,915 miles
    Test number
    324391956147
    • FailureNearside Rear Outer Tie bar/rod corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Outer Tie bar/rod corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryAdvanced corrosion in rear chassis
    • AdvisoryAdvanced corrosion in rear sub frame
    • AdvisoryEML Light on
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  8. Pass109,552 miles (+13,516)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    109,552 miles
    Test number
    281064760769
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryUnderneath vehicle very corroded

  9. Pass96,036 miles (+11,862)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    96,036 miles
    Test number
    496526511917

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass84,174 miles (+14,268)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    84,174 miles
    Test number
    586818594215
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteN/s rear handbrake low effort

  11. Pass69,906 miles (+13,316)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    69,906 miles
    Test number
    847956693221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass56,590 miles (+11,166)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    56,590 miles
    Test number
    706069292212
    • 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)

  13. Pass45,424 miles (+10,649)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    45,424 miles
    Test number
    938484481203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass34,775 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    34,775 miles
    Test number
    931778790285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V5 NJL

Does V5 NJL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V5 NJL expired on 3 Oct 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V5 NJL?
The MOT on V5 NJL expired on 3 Oct 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V5 NJL done?
V5 NJL was recorded at 114,480 miles at its MOT on 2 Oct 2023, an average of 6,161 miles a year.
Has V5 NJL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V5 NJL has failed 2 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Oct 2019.
Has the mileage on V5 NJL 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 V5 NJL find?
V5 NJL passed its latest MOT on 2 Oct 2023 with 4 advisories: nearside front brake disc worn, but not excessively lipped; nearside headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; offside front brake disc worn, but not excessively, and 1 more.

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