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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2012 · 1,995 cc

Y4 KMJMOT history

Y4 KMJ is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 19 Jun 2012. Its MOT is valid until 26 Jan 2027 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 96,939 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jan 2026.

Y4 KMJ black 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 Jan 2027
Mileage
96,939 mi
At MOT on 23 Jan 2026
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,472 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y4 KMJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
19 Jun 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y4 KMJ was last recorded at 96,939 miles on 23 Jan 2026, 9,020 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
87,919 miles · 17 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
9,020 miles
Average per year
7,472 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 96,939 miles
  • 2025 – 87,919 miles
  • 2024 – 78,315 miles
  • 2023 – 65,962 miles
  • 2022 – 53,672 miles
  • 2021 – 45,164 miles
  • 2020 – 37,659 miles
  • 2019 – 30,172 miles
  • 2018 – 28,040 miles
  • 2017 – 23,125 miles
  • 2016 – 18,880 miles
  • 2015 – 18,871 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass96,939 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2025

Full MOT history

16 tests since 13 Aug 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass96,939 miles (+9,020)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    96,939 miles
    Test number
    945131469336
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  2. Pass87,919 miles (+9,604)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    87,919 miles
    Test number
    651115088106
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass78,315 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    78,315 miles
    Test number
    967047122103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail78,315 miles (+12,353)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,315 miles
    Test number
    622378702979
    • Repaired at testExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass65,962 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    65,962 miles
    Test number
    430915804413
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail65,962 miles (+12,290)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,962 miles
    Test number
    151250770763
    • Repaired at testFront Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass53,672 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    53,672 miles
    Test number
    722021866532
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear rear support rods insecure

  8. Fail53,672 miles (+8,508)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,672 miles
    Test number
    956779473876
    • Repaired at testExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear rear support rods insecure

  9. Pass45,164 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    45,164 miles
    Test number
    441843911210
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail45,162 miles (+7,503)2 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,162 miles
    Test number
    639609610330
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  11. Pass37,659 miles (+7,487)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    37,659 miles
    Test number
    737310348635

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass30,172 miles (+2,132)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    30,172 miles
    Test number
    780215877553

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass28,040 miles (+4,915)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    28,040 miles
    Test number
    155069305334

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass23,125 miles (+4,245)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    23,125 miles
    Test number
    789471269117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass18,880 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    18,880 miles
    Test number
    829353810692

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass18,871 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    18,871 miles
    Test number
    327485825273
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about Y4 KMJ

Does Y4 KMJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y4 KMJ is valid until 26 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y4 KMJ?
The MOT on Y4 KMJ is valid until 26 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y4 KMJ done?
Y4 KMJ was recorded at 96,939 miles at its MOT on 23 Jan 2026, an average of 7,472 miles a year.
Has Y4 KMJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y4 KMJ has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on Y4 KMJ 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 Y4 KMJ find?
Y4 KMJ passed its latest MOT on 23 Jan 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside front service brake fluctuating, but not excessively.

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