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BMW 3 Series

Red · Diesel · 2008 · 1,995 cc

X16 JABMOT history

X16 JAB is a red diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 9 May 2008. Its MOT is valid until 18 Sept 2027 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 138,133 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Sept 2026.

X16 JAB red 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 18 Sept 2027
Mileage
138,133 mi
At MOT on 19 Sept 2026
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
8,386 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X16 JAB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
9 May 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X16 JAB was last recorded at 138,133 miles on 19 Sept 2026, 18,825 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
119,308 miles · 2 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
18,825 miles
Average per year
8,386 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 138,133 miles
  • 2025 – 119,308 miles
  • 2024 – 110,042 miles
  • 2023 – 108,396 miles
  • 2022 – 102,684 miles
  • 2021 – 95,932 miles
  • 2020 – 91,030 miles
  • 2019 – 85,978 miles
  • 2018 – 79,576 miles
  • 2017 – 72,994 miles
  • 2016 – 66,631 miles
  • 2015 – 63,800 miles
  • 2014 – 54,679 miles
  • 2013 – 42,356 miles
  • 2012 – 27,630 miles
  • 2011 – 12,838 miles
  • 2010 – 5,903 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass138,133 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

23 tests since 13 Dec 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass138,133 miles (+18,825)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    138,133 miles
    Test number
    371630684710

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass119,308 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    119,308 miles
    Test number
    770750569893
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  3. Fail119,306 miles (+9,264)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,306 miles
    Test number
    243180457923
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  4. Pass110,042 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    110,042 miles
    Test number
    833332782067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail110,041 miles (+1,645)3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,041 miles
    Test number
    624230969957
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Exhaust system insecure clamp broken. (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass108,396 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    108,396 miles
    Test number
    835410223943

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail108,387 miles (+5,703)2 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,387 miles
    Test number
    416259272365
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Shock absorbers likely to become detached top mounting faulty (5.3.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Pass102,684 miles (+20)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    102,684 miles
    Test number
    110370511830

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail102,664 miles (+6,732)3 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,664 miles
    Test number
    803658499206
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick inner pad (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass95,932 miles (+4,902)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    95,932 miles
    Test number
    683695572555

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass91,030 miles (+5,052)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    91,030 miles
    Test number
    517211279412

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass85,978 miles (+6,402)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    85,978 miles
    Test number
    891677804244
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  13. Pass79,576 miles (+6,582)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    79,576 miles
    Test number
    699407214325
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyres worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres worn inside edge,rec.replace asap (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRecomend 4 wheel alignment

  14. Pass72,994 miles (+6,363)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    72,994 miles
    Test number
    197240642337
    • AdvisoryTyres are scrubbed

  15. Pass66,631 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    66,631 miles
    Test number
    264927621131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail66,631 miles (+2,831)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,631 miles
    Test number
    410150410642
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • 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 Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre cracked

  17. Pass63,800 miles (+9,121)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    63,800 miles
    Test number
    394295006778
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  18. Pass54,679 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    54,679 miles
    Test number
    125898734386
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Fail54,679 miles (+12,323)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,679 miles
    Test number
    336328034347
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass42,356 miles (+14,726)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    42,356 miles
    Test number
    857861743395
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Pass27,630 miles (+14,792)1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    27,630 miles
    Test number
    419615832382
    • NoteTo clean for emmision report

  22. Pass12,838 miles (+6,935)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    12,838 miles
    Test number
    509232531392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass5,903 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    5,903 miles
    Test number
    554167340313

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X16 JAB

Does X16 JAB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X16 JAB is valid until 18 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on X16 JAB?
The MOT on X16 JAB is valid until 18 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X16 JAB done?
X16 JAB was recorded at 138,133 miles at its MOT on 19 Sept 2026, an average of 8,386 miles a year.
Has X16 JAB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X16 JAB has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on X16 JAB 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 X16 JAB find?
X16 JAB passed its latest MOT on 19 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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