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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2011 · 2,993 cc

W3 JCWMOT history

W3 JCW is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 22 Sept 2011. Its MOT is valid until 5 May 2027 and it has passed 13 of 17 MOT tests, with 116,046 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 May 2026.

W3 JCW black 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 5 May 2027
Mileage
116,046 mi
At MOT on 6 May 2026
MOT tests
17
13 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,883 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
W3 JCW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
22 Sept 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 May 2027
Latest MOT test
6 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

W3 JCW was last recorded at 116,046 miles on 6 May 2026, 7,893 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
108,153 miles · 2 May 2025
Between the last two tests
7,893 miles
Average per year
7,883 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 116,046 miles
  • 2025 – 108,153 miles
  • 2024 – 99,075 miles
  • 2023 – 91,172 miles
  • 2022 – 82,246 miles
  • 2021 – 70,675 miles
  • 2020 – 59,051 miles
  • 2019 – 47,182 miles
  • 2018 – 42,507 miles
  • 2017 – 38,547 miles
  • 2016 – 35,461 miles
  • 2015 – 31,368 miles
  • 2014 – 24,339 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass116,046 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

17 tests since 17 Sept 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass116,046 miles (+7,893)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2027
    Odometer
    116,046 miles
    Test number
    196501146364
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass108,153 miles (+20)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2026
    Odometer
    108,153 miles
    Test number
    534072358012
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail108,133 miles (+9,058)1 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,133 miles
    Test number
    416029766753
    • DangerousNearside Rear Road wheel fractured inner part of rim (5.2.2 (a))
    • MajorDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction items hung from mirror (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront btoh front fog lamps incorrect colour (purple)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear both offside rear position lamps, light output very slightly reduced

  4. Pass99,075 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2025
    Odometer
    99,075 miles
    Test number
    790744426526

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail99,075 miles (+7,903)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,075 miles
    Test number
    854849225412
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass91,172 miles (+8,926)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    91,172 miles
    Test number
    968486393374
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn smooth on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass82,246 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    82,246 miles
    Test number
    110616541456
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail82,246 miles (+11,571)1 major2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,246 miles
    Test number
    288971303575
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass70,675 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    70,675 miles
    Test number
    325914200275
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail70,675 miles (+11,624)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,675 miles
    Test number
    910170541255
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  11. Pass59,051 miles (+11,869)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    59,051 miles
    Test number
    879702694936
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass47,182 miles (+4,675)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    47,182 miles
    Test number
    385638193738
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass42,507 miles (+3,960)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    42,507 miles
    Test number
    604231464169
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inside/outside edges (on limit) (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass38,547 miles (+3,086)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    38,547 miles
    Test number
    229568213790

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass35,461 miles (+4,093)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    35,461 miles
    Test number
    262858062641
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre on 3mm

  16. Pass31,368 miles (+7,029)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    31,368 miles
    Test number
    494979321774
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres wearing on inner edge

  17. Pass24,339 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    24,339 miles
    Test number
    106330164222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about W3 JCW

Does W3 JCW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on W3 JCW is valid until 5 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on W3 JCW?
The MOT on W3 JCW is valid until 5 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has W3 JCW done?
W3 JCW was recorded at 116,046 miles at its MOT on 6 May 2026, an average of 7,883 miles a year.
Has W3 JCW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. W3 JCW has failed 4 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on W3 JCW 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 W3 JCW find?
W3 JCW passed its latest MOT on 6 May 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 1 more.

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