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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 2,979 cc

X3 JFRMOT history

X3 JFR is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 30 Dec 2002. Its MOT is valid until 29 Oct 2027 and it has passed 24 of 31 MOT tests, with 82,824 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Oct 2026.

X3 JFR 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 29 Oct 2027
Mileage
82,824 mi
At MOT on 23 Oct 2026
MOT tests
31
24 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,742 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X3 JFR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
30 Dec 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X3 JFR was last recorded at 82,824 miles on 23 Oct 2026, 379 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
82,445 miles · 30 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
379 miles
Average per year
2,742 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 82,824 miles
  • 2025 – 82,445 miles
  • 2024 – 82,140 miles
  • 2023 – 81,288 miles
  • 2022 – 81,043 miles
  • 2021 – 80,183 miles
  • 2020 – 79,175 miles
  • 2019 – 78,657 miles
  • 2018 – 77,495 miles
  • 2017 – 76,483 miles
  • 2016 – 74,373 miles
  • 2015 – 73,170 miles
  • 2014 – 68,021 miles
  • 2013 – 62,169 miles
  • 2012 – 57,527 miles
  • 2011 – 52,680 miles
  • 2010 – 48,016 miles
  • 2009 – 44,229 miles
  • 2008 – 40,426 miles
  • 2007 – 40,165 miles
  • 2006 – 34,297 miles
  • 2005 – 25,698 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass82,824 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2012

Full MOT history

31 tests since 22 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass82,824 miles (+379)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    82,824 miles
    Test number
    308231040630
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  2. Pass82,445 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    82,445 miles
    Test number
    335194080357
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail82,445 miles (+305)2 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,445 miles
    Test number
    601617969928
    • DangerousNearside Rear Shock absorbers likely to become detached (5.3.2 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Shock absorbers likely to become detached (5.3.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass82,140 miles (+361)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    82,140 miles
    Test number
    988682664360

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass81,779 miles (+491)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    81,779 miles
    Test number
    325394262701

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass81,288 miles (+245)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    81,288 miles
    Test number
    130583042653

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass81,043 miles (+860)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    81,043 miles
    Test number
    894459665202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass80,183 miles (+1,008)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    80,183 miles
    Test number
    470858070281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass79,175 miles (+518)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    79,175 miles
    Test number
    179635447949

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass78,657 miles (+1,162)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    78,657 miles
    Test number
    911450034997
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tread also low (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass77,495 miles (+1,012)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    77,495 miles
    Test number
    236312124912

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass76,483 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    76,483 miles
    Test number
    288596782090
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Fail76,480 miles (+2,107)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,480 miles
    Test number
    435902848638
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault air bag light on dash (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass74,373 miles (+1,203)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    74,373 miles
    Test number
    962964331566
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass73,170 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    73,170 miles
    Test number
    387140437449
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail73,618 miles (+5,597)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,618 miles
    Test number
    301744230525
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass68,021 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    68,021 miles
    Test number
    847020094222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail68,019 miles (+5,850)5 failures4 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,019 miles
    Test number
    336299184218
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  19. Pass62,169 miles (+4,642)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    62,169 miles
    Test number
    168394193222
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBrake pad warning wires insecure

  20. Pass57,527 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    57,527 miles
    Test number
    578460392204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail57,525 miles (+4,845)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,525 miles
    Test number
    957810592228
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  22. Pass52,680 miles (+4,664)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    52,680 miles
    Test number
    676901191231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass48,016 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    48,016 miles
    Test number
    181338690258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail48,015 miles (+3,786)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,015 miles
    Test number
    860358690285
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  25. Pass44,229 miles (+1,461)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    44,229 miles
    Test number
    384029699439

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass42,768 miles (+2,342)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    42,768 miles
    Test number
    124381459018
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  27. Pass40,426 miles (+261)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    40,426 miles
    Test number
    464916668055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass40,165 miles (+5,868)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    40,165 miles
    Test number
    100176327241
    • NoteN/s/f tyre is wearing on the inner edge

  29. Pass34,297 miles (+8,599)
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    34,297 miles
    Test number
    444543666408

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail25,698 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,698 miles
    Test number
    532786455362
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  31. Pass25,698 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    25,698 miles
    Test number
    700896355313

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X3 JFR

Does X3 JFR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X3 JFR is valid until 29 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on X3 JFR?
The MOT on X3 JFR is valid until 29 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X3 JFR done?
X3 JFR was recorded at 82,824 miles at its MOT on 23 Oct 2026, an average of 2,742 miles a year.
Has X3 JFR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X3 JFR has failed 7 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on X3 JFR 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 X3 JFR find?
X3 JFR passed its latest MOT on 23 Oct 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside front lower supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate.

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