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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2002 · 2,171 cc

Y10 JBNMOT history

Y10 JBN is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 2 Sept 2002. Its MOT is valid until 26 Jul 2027 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 204,301 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jul 2026.

Y10 JBN blue BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 26 Jul 2027
Mileage
204,301 mi
At MOT on 27 Jul 2026
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
8,901 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y10 JBN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,171 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
2 Sept 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y10 JBN was last recorded at 204,301 miles on 27 Jul 2026, 158 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
204,143 miles · 11 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
158 miles
Average per year
8,901 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 204,301 miles
  • 2025 – 204,143 miles
  • 2024 – 197,420 miles
  • 2023 – 195,663 miles
  • 2021 – 192,315 miles
  • 2020 – 187,920 miles
  • 2019 – 180,971 miles
  • 2018 – 173,624 miles
  • 2017 – 162,591 miles
  • 2016 – 154,098 miles
  • 2015 – 144,725 miles
  • 2014 – 128,990 miles
  • 2013 – 125,023 miles
  • 2012 – 112,574 miles
  • 2011 – 94,984 miles
  • 2010 – 78,076 miles
  • 2009 – 60,606 miles
  • 2008 – 46,596 miles
  • 2007 – 32,083 miles
  • 2006 – 26,412 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass204,301 miles
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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 legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2021–2024

Full MOT history

29 tests since 1 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass204,301 miles (+158)3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    204,301 miles
    Test number
    632053738360
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass204,143 miles (+6,723)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    204,143 miles
    Test number
    198938640479
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both Front D Bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both Rears (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has light misting of oil Both Fronts (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass197,420 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    197,420 miles
    Test number
    507986580189
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Fail197,420 miles (+1,757)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,420 miles
    Test number
    482904727968
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass195,663 miles (+20)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    195,663 miles
    Test number
    597477422597
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Fail195,643 miles (+3,328)7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    195,643 miles
    Test number
    149827040391
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed car is over heating (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass192,315 miles (+188)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    192,315 miles
    Test number
    270372743926
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 rear end (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gear box (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail192,127 miles (+4,207)1 dangerous2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,127 miles
    Test number
    751483424552
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material over fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass187,920 miles (+40)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    187,920 miles
    Test number
    744705742190
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Fail187,880 miles (+6,909)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,880 miles
    Test number
    151348168904
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass180,971 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    180,971 miles
    Test number
    206552753508
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  12. Fail180,970 miles (+7,346)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,970 miles
    Test number
    136353544022
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  13. Pass173,624 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    173,624 miles
    Test number
    537587476310

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail173,622 miles (+11,031)1 dangerous4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,622 miles
    Test number
    653216339093
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn lower rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn lower rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  15. Pass162,591 miles (+13)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    162,591 miles
    Test number
    437730088626
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes slightly binding
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' stone chip (8.3.1d)

  16. Fail162,578 miles (+8,480)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,578 miles
    Test number
    680713189089
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes slightly binding
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' stone chip (8.3.1d)

  17. Pass154,098 miles (+9,373)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    154,098 miles
    Test number
    202531653704
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass144,725 miles (+15,735)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    144,725 miles
    Test number
    222531642476

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass128,990 miles (+3,967)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    128,990 miles
    Test number
    435448384287
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  20. Pass125,023 miles (+12,449)6 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    125,023 miles
    Test number
    495422993229
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOffside front fog lamp not working.
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  21. Pass112,574 miles4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    112,574 miles
    Test number
    129516132237
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  22. Fail112,574 miles (+17,590)1 failure2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,574 miles
    Test number
    287556632253
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  23. Pass94,984 miles (+16,908)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    94,984 miles
    Test number
    136288431239
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth sides front and rear, brake discs slightly worn

  24. Pass78,076 miles (+17,470)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    78,076 miles
    Test number
    593786640244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass60,606 miles (+14,010)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    60,606 miles
    Test number
    243641989453

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass46,596 miles (+14,513)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    46,596 miles
    Test number
    990846358163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass32,083 miles (+5,671)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2008
    Odometer
    32,083 miles
    Test number
    663585237159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass26,412 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    26,412 miles
    Test number
    812234616258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail26,404 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,404 miles
    Test number
    331673116485
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Questions about Y10 JBN

Does Y10 JBN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y10 JBN is valid until 26 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y10 JBN?
The MOT on Y10 JBN is valid until 26 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y10 JBN done?
Y10 JBN was recorded at 204,301 miles at its MOT on 27 Jul 2026, an average of 8,901 miles a year.
Has Y10 JBN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y10 JBN has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 30 May 2024.
Has the mileage on Y10 JBN 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 Y10 JBN find?
Y10 JBN passed its latest MOT on 27 Jul 2026 with 3 minor defects and 4 advisories: nearside headlamp lens slightly defective; offside headlamp lens slightly defective; offside obligatory mirror slightly damaged, and 4 more.

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