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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 2,494 cc

V9 JOYMOT history

V9 JOY is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 1 Sept 1999. Its MOT is valid until 26 Jan 2027 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 40,458 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jan 2026.

V9 JOY 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 26 Jan 2027
Mileage
40,458 mi
At MOT on 16 Jan 2026
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
1,494 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V9 JOY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V9 JOY was last recorded at 40,458 miles on 16 Jan 2026, 1,224 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Jan 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 26 Jan 2023: 36,252 miles, lower than 43,565 miles on 10 Dec 2021.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassMileage went down
Previous MOT
39,234 miles · 20 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
1,224 miles
Average per year
1,494 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 40,458 miles
  • 2025 – 39,234 miles
  • 2024 – 37,927 miles
  • 2023 – 36,252 miles
  • 2021 – 43,565 miles
  • 2020 – 32,000 miles
  • 2019 – 30,924 miles
  • 2018 – 29,834 miles
  • 2016 – 29,819 miles
  • 2015 – 28,559 miles
  • 2014 – 26,985 miles
  • 2013 – 24,955 miles
  • 2012 – 23,115 miles
  • 2011 – 21,112 miles
  • 2010 – 18,742 miles
  • 2009 – 16,557 miles
  • 2008 – 14,926 miles
  • 2007 – 13,453 miles
  • 2006 – 11,933 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass40,458 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023

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 pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2016

  • Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2013

Full MOT history

26 tests since 11 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass40,458 miles (+1,224)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    40,458 miles
    Test number
    217208724520
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass39,234 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    39,234 miles
    Test number
    563442861450
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Fail39,234 miles (+1,307)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,234 miles
    Test number
    515523724343
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass37,927 miles (+1,675)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    37,927 miles
    Test number
    191987509861

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass36,252 miles (-7,313)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    36,252 miles
    Test number
    127905693570
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass43,565 miles (+11,565)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    43,565 miles
    Test number
    121757395345

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass32,000 miles (+1,076)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    32,000 miles
    Test number
    956269281493
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass30,924 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    30,924 miles
    Test number
    843760935672

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail30,924 miles (+1,090)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,924 miles
    Test number
    249808777123
    • MajorBrake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))

  10. Pass29,834 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2019
    Odometer
    29,834 miles
    Test number
    792643897258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail29,834 miles (+15)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,834 miles
    Test number
    327753217452
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  12. Pass29,819 miles (+1,260)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    29,819 miles
    Test number
    715178617009
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass28,559 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    28,559 miles
    Test number
    253949780618
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread fADED (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

  14. Fail28,559 miles (+1,574)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,559 miles
    Test number
    224554404295
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both smeering (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid low (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm and nail in it (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid washer jet not working (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread fADED (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass26,985 miles (+2,030)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    26,985 miles
    Test number
    126108824327

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass24,955 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    24,955 miles
    Test number
    228006123301

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail24,955 miles (+1,840)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,955 miles
    Test number
    448566323366
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass23,115 miles (+2,003)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    23,115 miles
    Test number
    738532642325
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Pass21,112 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    21,112 miles
    Test number
    347310251334
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  20. Fail21,106 miles (+2,364)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,106 miles
    Test number
    739160151351
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass18,742 miles (+2,185)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    18,742 miles
    Test number
    134587740337
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  22. Pass16,557 miles (+1,631)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    16,557 miles
    Test number
    851368449370
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  23. Pass14,926 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    14,926 miles
    Test number
    624372258304

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail14,922 miles (+1,469)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,922 miles
    Test number
    463732758344
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  25. Pass13,453 miles (+1,520)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    13,453 miles
    Test number
    552452357398

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass11,933 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    11,933 miles
    Test number
    570905646376

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V9 JOY

Does V9 JOY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V9 JOY is valid until 26 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on V9 JOY?
The MOT on V9 JOY is valid until 26 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V9 JOY done?
V9 JOY was recorded at 40,458 miles at its MOT on 16 Jan 2026, an average of 1,494 miles a year.
Has V9 JOY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V9 JOY has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on V9 JOY ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 26 Jan 2023. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on V9 JOY find?
V9 JOY passed its latest MOT on 16 Jan 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; offside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; oil leak, but not excessive.

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