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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2000 · 2,494 cc

X2 JARMOT history

X2 JAR is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 29 Sept 2000. Its MOT is valid until 1 Oct 2027 and it has passed 22 of 28 MOT tests, with 72,585 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Sept 2026.

X2 JAR blue BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 1 Oct 2027
Mileage
72,585 mi
At MOT on 15 Sept 2026
MOT tests
28
22 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,284 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X2 JAR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
29 Sept 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X2 JAR was last recorded at 72,585 miles on 15 Sept 2026, 1,708 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
70,877 miles · 12 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
1,708 miles
Average per year
2,284 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 72,585 miles
  • 2025 – 70,877 miles
  • 2024 – 69,080 miles
  • 2023 – 66,996 miles
  • 2022 – 64,496 miles
  • 2021 – 62,248 miles
  • 2020 – 59,955 miles
  • 2019 – 57,643 miles
  • 2018 – 54,446 miles
  • 2017 – 51,546 miles
  • 2016 – 49,164 miles
  • 2015 – 46,412 miles
  • 2014 – 43,275 miles
  • 2013 – 40,315 miles
  • 2012 – 38,169 miles
  • 2011 – 35,196 miles
  • 2010 – 32,001 miles
  • 2009 – 29,417 miles
  • 2008 – 28,421 miles
  • 2007 – 27,595 miles
  • 2006 – 26,969 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass72,585 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Offside Rear Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225-45-17

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint both front lower (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Coil spring corroded both rear (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass72,585 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    72,585 miles
    Test number
    715941341030
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail72,584 miles (+1,707)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,584 miles
    Test number
    470507781452
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass70,877 miles (+1,797)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    70,877 miles
    Test number
    829689825625
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225 45 17 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Oil level on min (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass69,080 miles (+2,084)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    69,080 miles
    Test number
    911336983984
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225-45-17 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass66,996 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    66,996 miles
    Test number
    720632289009
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225-45-17 (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail66,996 miles (+2,500)1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,996 miles
    Test number
    441059385562
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225-45-17 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass64,496 miles (+2,248)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    64,496 miles
    Test number
    438588171102
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material by fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material by fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225-45-17 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass62,248 miles (+2,293)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    62,248 miles
    Test number
    297501791144
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass59,955 miles (+2,312)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    59,955 miles
    Test number
    550124666421
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ((Both)) worn on inner edges ((225-45-17)) (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule ((both)) (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ((both)) to front corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Coil spring corroded ((both)) (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Pass57,643 miles (+3,197)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    57,643 miles
    Test number
    539467099899
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both worn inner edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  11. Pass54,446 miles (+2,900)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    54,446 miles
    Test number
    414001066758

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass51,546 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    51,546 miles
    Test number
    643527969627
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm has slight play in a ball joint both front lower (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (2.4.C.1b)

  13. Fail51,546 miles (+2,382)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,546 miles
    Test number
    343462735962
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported front hanger (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm has slight play in a ball joint both front lower (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (2.4.C.1b)

  14. Pass49,164 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    49,164 miles
    Test number
    763707354592
    • AdvisorySuspension arm has slight play in a ball joint both front lower (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (2.4.C.1b)

  15. Fail49,163 miles (+2,751)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,163 miles
    Test number
    714825005837
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded both rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm has slight play in a ball joint both front lower (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (2.4.C.1b)

  16. Pass46,412 miles (+3,137)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    46,412 miles
    Test number
    185722272033
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both rear (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass43,275 miles (+2,960)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    43,275 miles
    Test number
    185975764200
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass40,315 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    40,315 miles
    Test number
    757090263249
    • NoteSlight corrosion on metal brake pipes.

  19. Pass40,315 miles (+2,146)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    40,315 miles
    Test number
    459690663253
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear Rear position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteSlight corrosion on metal brake pipes.

  20. Pass38,169 miles (+2,973)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    38,169 miles
    Test number
    838323662238
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteCorrosion on rear metal brake pipes,moreso on offside rear.

  21. Pass35,196 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    35,196 miles
    Test number
    117559041274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail35,196 miles (+3,195)1 dangerous3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,196 miles
    Test number
    996569141215
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • NoteCracks in nearside front tyre sidewall and tread pattern.ATTENTION RECOMMENDED
    • NoteFront brake discs look worn.
    • NoteFront brake pads look worn to minimum thickness to pass mot now.

  23. Pass32,001 miles (+2,584)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    32,001 miles
    Test number
    681210450230
    • NoteFront number plate damaged
    • NoteRear brake discs worn & scored
    • NoteRear brake pads worn to M.O.T limits now- ATTENTION RECOMMENDED
    • NoteWipers smearing screen

  24. Pass29,417 miles (+996)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    29,417 miles
    Test number
    613665679241
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteWear in rear brake discs

  25. Pass28,421 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    28,421 miles
    Test number
    293226068284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail28,420 miles (+825)1 dangerous2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,420 miles
    Test number
    433036068289
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

  27. Pass27,595 miles (+626)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    27,595 miles
    Test number
    684262067229
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBoth front suspension lower arm, rear mounting rubbers cracking up.
    • NoteNearside rear tyre on 1.6mm limit NOW.

  28. Pass26,969 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    26,969 miles
    Test number
    253319666247
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNear side rear tyre on 1.6mm LIMIT NOW (ATTENSION RECOMENDED)
    • NoteRear brake pads look low and worn close to wear sensor moreso on inner pads.

Questions about X2 JAR

Does X2 JAR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X2 JAR is valid until 1 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on X2 JAR?
The MOT on X2 JAR is valid until 1 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X2 JAR done?
X2 JAR was recorded at 72,585 miles at its MOT on 15 Sept 2026, an average of 2,284 miles a year.
Has X2 JAR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X2 JAR has failed 6 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on X2 JAR 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 X2 JAR find?
X2 JAR passed its latest MOT on 15 Sept 2026 with 7 advisories: front oil leak, but not excessive; nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; nearside rear coil spring corroded, and 4 more.

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