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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2000 · 1,895 cc

X451 JBEMOT history

X451 JBE is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 18 Dec 2000. Its MOT is valid until 30 Jun 2027 and it has passed 21 of 30 MOT tests, with 140,312 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Jul 2026.

X451 JBE silver BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 30 Jun 2027
Mileage
140,312 mi
At MOT on 1 Jul 2026
MOT tests
30
21 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,895 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X451 JBE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
18 Dec 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X451 JBE was last recorded at 140,312 miles on 1 Jul 2026, 407 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
139,905 miles · 3 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
407 miles
Average per year
5,895 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 140,312 miles
  • 2025 – 139,905 miles
  • 2024 – 139,790 miles
  • 2023 – 136,691 miles
  • 2022 – 112,512 miles
  • 2021 – 98,652 miles
  • 2020 – 84,378 miles
  • 2019 – 82,618 miles
  • 2017 – 78,461 miles
  • 2016 – 69,713 miles
  • 2015 – 58,056 miles
  • 2014 – 50,956 miles
  • 2013 – 44,423 miles
  • 2012 – 40,486 miles
  • 2011 – 37,297 miles
  • 2010 – 33,966 miles
  • 2009 – 30,109 miles
  • 2008 – 27,568 miles
  • 2007 – 24,741 miles
  • 2006 – 22,257 miles
  • 2005 – 19,045 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass140,312 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear general underbody corrosion

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 Coil spring corroded both

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Rear Coil spring corroded both

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

30 tests since 5 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass140,312 miles (+407)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    140,312 miles
    Test number
    842274835139
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear general underbody corrosion

  2. Pass139,905 miles (+115)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    139,905 miles
    Test number
    188746418122
    • AdvisoryFront Items removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear underbody has general corroded

  3. Pass139,790 miles (+3,099)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2025
    Odometer
    139,790 miles
    Test number
    437631199595

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass136,691 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    136,691 miles
    Test number
    366821519782
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever high
    • AdvisoryRear underbody has general corrosion

  5. Fail136,691 miles (+24,179)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,691 miles
    Test number
    546115054959
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever high
    • AdvisoryRear underbody has general corrosion

  6. Pass112,512 miles (+4)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    112,512 miles
    Test number
    815626802783
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Fail112,508 miles (+13,856)1 dangerous7 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,508 miles
    Test number
    318827764006
    • DangerousFront Oil leaking continuously from engine posing a serious risk to road safety Engine oil (8.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass98,652 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    98,652 miles
    Test number
    296567781212
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Fail98,650 miles (+14,272)4 dangerous3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,650 miles
    Test number
    170741630047
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  10. Pass84,378 miles (+20)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    84,378 miles
    Test number
    102945631694
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer cv boot
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  11. Fail84,358 miles (+1,740)1 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,358 miles
    Test number
    208824130189
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer cv boot
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  12. Pass82,618 miles (+10)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    82,618 miles
    Test number
    686468830623
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear shocks corroded

  13. Fail82,608 miles (+4,147)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,608 miles
    Test number
    344871235748
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear shocks corroded

  14. Pass78,461 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    78,461 miles
    Test number
    530395579349
    • AdvisoryNearside Tyre worn close to the legal limit front (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Tyre worn close to the legal limit front (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail78,461 miles (+8,748)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,461 miles
    Test number
    408507534149
    • FailureNearside Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm rear (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm rear (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Tyre worn close to the legal limit front (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Tyre worn close to the legal limit front (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass69,713 miles (+11,657)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    69,713 miles
    Test number
    167959845077
    • AdvisoryEmg light on

  17. Pass58,056 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    58,056 miles
    Test number
    941571262001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail58,053 miles (+7,097)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,053 miles
    Test number
    426705691985
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported bracket broken (7.1.1)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

  19. Pass50,956 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    50,956 miles
    Test number
    316844924380
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBrake pipes above fuel tank corroded
    • NoteNoise from n/s/r wheel bearing or backplate

  20. Fail50,953 miles (+6,530)2 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,953 miles
    Test number
    968464024313
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBrake pipes above fuel tank corroded
    • NoteNoise from n/s/r wheel bearing or backplate

  21. Pass44,423 miles (+3,937)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    44,423 miles
    Test number
    388775043375
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Upper Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  22. Pass40,486 miles (+3,189)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    40,486 miles
    Test number
    397887742322
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  23. Pass37,297 miles (+3,331)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    37,297 miles
    Test number
    325192041328
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  24. Pass33,966 miles (+3,857)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    33,966 miles
    Test number
    994353040335

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass30,109 miles (+2,541)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    30,109 miles
    Test number
    533473049372
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  26. Pass27,568 miles (+2,827)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    27,568 miles
    Test number
    204484448345

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass24,741 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    24,741 miles
    Test number
    120112457351

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail24,741 miles (+2,484)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,741 miles
    Test number
    874172957323
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  29. Pass22,257 miles (+3,212)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    22,257 miles
    Test number
    302013736346

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass19,045 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    19,045 miles
    Test number
    872399235321

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X451 JBE

Does X451 JBE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X451 JBE is valid until 30 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on X451 JBE?
The MOT on X451 JBE is valid until 30 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X451 JBE done?
X451 JBE was recorded at 140,312 miles at its MOT on 1 Jul 2026, an average of 5,895 miles a year.
Has X451 JBE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X451 JBE has failed 9 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Apr 2023.
Has the mileage on X451 JBE 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 X451 JBE find?
X451 JBE passed its latest MOT on 1 Jul 2026 with 3 advisories: front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both; rear general underbody corrosion.

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