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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2000 · 1,895 cc

V670 JBAMOT history

V670 JBA is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 17 Jan 2000. Its MOT expired on 7 May 2022 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 111,797 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Mar 2023.

V670 JBA silver BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 7 May 2022
Mileage
111,797 mi
At MOT on 18 Mar 2023
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,175 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V670 JBA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
17 Jan 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 May 2022
Latest MOT test
18 Mar 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

V670 JBA was last recorded at 111,797 miles on 18 Mar 2023, 2,209 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 May 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
109,588 miles · 8 May 2021
Between the last two tests
2,209 miles
Average per year
3,175 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 111,797 miles
  • 2021 – 109,588 miles
  • 2019 – 108,600 miles
  • 2018 – 108,013 miles
  • 2017 – 103,770 miles
  • 2016 – 98,303 miles
  • 2015 – 90,875 miles
  • 2012 – 77,222 miles
  • 2011 – 73,456 miles
  • 2010 – 70,906 miles
  • 2009 – 68,518 miles
  • 2008 – 64,082 miles
  • 2007 – 60,466 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail111,797 miles
  • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested Brake test not carried out due to corroded brake pipes (1.2.1 (g))
  • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge STRONG ADVISE (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2008–2011

  • Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2008–2011

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2009

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2009

  • Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both n/s & o/s (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

17 tests since 16 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail111,797 miles (+2,209)9 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,797 miles
    Test number
    488740621871
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested Brake test not carried out due to corroded brake pipes (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge STRONG ADVISE (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass109,588 miles (+988)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2022
    Odometer
    109,588 miles
    Test number
    140219671883

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass108,600 miles (+46)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    108,600 miles
    Test number
    589672510775
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  4. Fail108,554 miles (+541)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,554 miles
    Test number
    198847377369
    • MajorFront Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded as marked (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  5. Pass108,013 miles (+4,243)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    108,013 miles
    Test number
    139994008975
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all x4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x2 front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass103,770 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    103,770 miles
    Test number
    754380424636
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both n/s & o/s (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' stonechip (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust bracket snapped but system still secure

  7. Fail103,770 miles (+5,467)5 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,770 miles
    Test number
    603982733216
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords along inner side (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 255/35/18 (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both n/s & o/s (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' stonechip (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust bracket snapped but system still secure

  8. Pass98,303 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    98,303 miles
    Test number
    576482369927
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  9. Fail98,303 miles (+7,428)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,303 miles
    Test number
    517970099957
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  10. Pass90,875 miles (+13,653)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    90,875 miles
    Test number
    165293745440
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  11. Pass77,222 miles (+3,766)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    77,222 miles
    Test number
    318801702288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass73,456 miles (+2,550)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    73,456 miles
    Test number
    297217381192
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass70,906 miles (+2,388)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    70,906 miles
    Test number
    443311680101
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass68,518 miles (+4,436)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    68,518 miles
    Test number
    882715339053
    • 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)

  15. Pass64,082 miles (+3)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    64,082 miles
    Test number
    332125228040
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  16. Fail64,079 miles (+3,613)3 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,079 miles
    Test number
    602782828054
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  17. Pass60,466 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    60,466 miles
    Test number
    344596917011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V670 JBA

Does V670 JBA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V670 JBA expired on 7 May 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V670 JBA?
The MOT on V670 JBA expired on 7 May 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V670 JBA done?
V670 JBA was recorded at 111,797 miles at its MOT on 18 Mar 2023, an average of 3,175 miles a year.
Has V670 JBA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V670 JBA has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on V670 JBA 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 V670 JBA find?
V670 JBA failed its latest MOT on 18 Mar 2023 with 9 major defects, 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: brake performance unable to be tested brake test not carried out due to corroded brake pipes; nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt; nearside headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect, and 10 more.

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