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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Petrol · 2003 · 2,171 cc

Y24 JEAMOT history

Y24 JEA is a grey petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 29 Sept 2003. Its MOT is valid until 26 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 27 MOT tests, with 144,392 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Nov 2025.

Y24 JEA grey 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 26 Nov 2026
Mileage
144,392 mi
At MOT on 17 Nov 2025
MOT tests
27
20 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,933 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y24 JEA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,171 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
29 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
17 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y24 JEA was last recorded at 144,392 miles on 17 Nov 2025, 3,534 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Nov 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 9 May 2012: 70,723 miles, lower than 75,646 miles on 11 May 2011.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
140,858 miles · 14 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
3,534 miles
Average per year
5,933 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 144,392 miles
  • 2024 – 140,858 miles
  • 2023 – 137,725 miles
  • 2022 – 132,729 miles
  • 2021 – 129,317 miles
  • 2020 – 121,383 miles
  • 2019 – 115,108 miles
  • 2018 – 110,637 miles
  • 2017 – 105,800 miles
  • 2016 – 102,496 miles
  • 2015 – 96,281 miles
  • 2014 – 91,486 miles
  • 2013 – 86,019 miles
  • 2012 – 80,755 miles
  • 2011 – 75,646 miles
  • 2010 – 70,894 miles
  • 2009 – 65,800 miles
  • 2008 – 58,543 miles
  • 2007 – 43,734 miles
  • 2006 – 31,035 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass144,392 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, 2024

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Daylight running not working

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

27 tests since 10 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass144,392 miles (+3,534)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    144,392 miles
    Test number
    268968773925

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass140,858 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    140,858 miles
    Test number
    623937423852
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  3. Fail140,858 miles (+3,133)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,858 miles
    Test number
    430804136650
    • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position primary catchs missing (3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  4. Pass137,725 miles (+4,996)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    137,725 miles
    Test number
    280747660026
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Pass132,729 miles (+3,412)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    132,729 miles
    Test number
    657729693004
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D BUSHES (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Pass129,317 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    129,317 miles
    Test number
    570660612298
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Daylight running not working
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  7. Fail129,317 miles (+7,934)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,317 miles
    Test number
    829698499116
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded at side of fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Daylight running not working
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  8. Pass121,383 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    121,383 miles
    Test number
    969060608905
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Fail121,383 miles (+6,275)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,383 miles
    Test number
    846706803413
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Pass115,108 miles (+4,471)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    115,108 miles
    Test number
    566313525776
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  11. Pass110,637 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2019
    Odometer
    110,637 miles
    Test number
    906075371293
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
  12. Fail110,631 miles (+4,831)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,631 miles
    Test number
    314300563203
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
  13. Pass105,800 miles (+3,304)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2018
    Odometer
    105,800 miles
    Test number
    609149783177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass102,496 miles (+6,215)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2017
    Odometer
    102,496 miles
    Test number
    125134834331

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass96,281 miles (+4,795)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2016
    Odometer
    96,281 miles
    Test number
    998606825113
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn on the inner edge
    • NoteOffside rear tyre worn on the inner edge
    • NoteSlight exhaust blow
  16. Pass91,486 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2015
    Odometer
    91,486 miles
    Test number
    245888324149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail91,486 miles (+5,467)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,486 miles
    Test number
    759428824108
    • 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)
  18. Pass86,019 miles (+5,264)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2014
    Odometer
    86,019 miles
    Test number
    368440733134
    • NoteBoth front suspension arm bushes worn
  19. Pass80,755 miles (+10,032)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2013
    Odometer
    80,755 miles
    Test number
    738322832138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail70,723 miles (-4,923)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,723 miles
    Test number
    708890332141
    • 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 Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteHeadlights adjusted on test
  21. Pass75,646 miles (+4,752)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2012
    Odometer
    75,646 miles
    Test number
    938451831152
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteWashers poor just ok for test
  22. Pass70,894 miles (+5,094)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2011
    Odometer
    70,894 miles
    Test number
    532057720113
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
  23. Pass65,800 miles (+7,257)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2010
    Odometer
    65,800 miles
    Test number
    694184639176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass58,543 miles (+14,809)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    58,543 miles
    Test number
    172572908384
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  25. Pass43,734 miles (+12,699)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    43,734 miles
    Test number
    864659087283
    • 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)
    • NoteSome damage to nearside front tyre outer wall
  26. Pass31,035 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    31,035 miles
    Test number
    244019086248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail31,035 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,035 miles
    Test number
    181953786251
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Questions about Y24 JEA

Does Y24 JEA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y24 JEA is valid until 26 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on Y24 JEA?
The MOT on Y24 JEA is valid until 26 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y24 JEA done?
Y24 JEA was recorded at 144,392 miles at its MOT on 17 Nov 2025, an average of 5,933 miles a year.
Has Y24 JEA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y24 JEA has failed 7 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on Y24 JEA ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 9 May 2012. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y24 JEA find?
Y24 JEA passed its latest MOT on 17 Nov 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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