MOT Car Check

BMW

3 SERIES · Blue

G13N JW
MOTExpired
MOT due24 Aug 2024
First reg31 Dec 1999
Mileage82,001 mi
Tax
Tax due

Vehicle age

26 years and 6 months

Fuel

Petrol

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MOT history

As of 6 November 2025.

FAILED · 15 Aug 2025
Test date15 Aug 2025
Expiry
Test number190619778903
Mileage82,001 mi
MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
PASSED · 25 Aug 2023
Test date25 Aug 2023
Expiry24 Aug 2024
Test number772110689496
Mileage
FAILED · 18 Aug 2023
Test date18 Aug 2023
Expiry
Test number999386114480
Mileage
MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
PASSED · 11 Jan 2021
Test date11 Jan 2021
Expiry10 Jan 2022
Test number908648663327
Mileage81,986 mi
AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front & Rear ( both sides ) (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
AdvisoryBonnet support struts weak
AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))
FAILED · 11 Jan 2021
Test date11 Jan 2021
Expiry
Test number868974121464
Mileage81,986 mi
AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front & Rear ( both sides ) (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
PrsOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
AdvisoryBonnet support struts weak
AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))
FAILED · 2 Dec 2020
Test date2 Dec 2020
Expiry
Test number529279601454
Mileage81,978 mi
MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
MajorNearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
MajorOffside Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
MinorRear fog lamp switch not operating in accordance with the requirements (4.5.3 (a) (i))
AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))
MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective water ingress both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))
AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both inner pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
AdvisoryBonnet support struts too weak
PASSED · 29 Jun 2019
Test date29 Jun 2019
Expiry2 Dec 2020
Test number884859312208
Mileage81,520 mi
AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
FAILED · 28 Jun 2019
Test date28 Jun 2019
Expiry
Test number939071533965
Mileage81,518 mi
MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault airbag light on (7.1.6 (a))
MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
PASSED · 30 Jun 2018
Test date30 Jun 2018
Expiry29 Jun 2019
Test number217913435805
Mileage79,240 mi
AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Headlamp slightly dim
PASSED · 29 Jul 2017
Test date29 Jul 2017
Expiry12 Aug 2018
Test number742319197742
Mileage77,533 mi
AdvisoryFront n/s tyre sidewall damaged
AdvisoryWATER PUMP LEAKING RECOMMEND REPLACEMENT ASAP
FAILED · 29 Jul 2017
Test date29 Jul 2017
Expiry
Test number612217264946
Mileage77,533 mi
PrsNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
PrsNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
AdvisoryFront n/s tyre sidewall damaged
AdvisoryWATER PUMP LEAKING RECOMMEND REPLACEMENT ASAP
PASSED · 13 Aug 2016
Test date13 Aug 2016
Expiry12 Aug 2017
Test number655908384381
Mileage74,884 mi
PASSED · 22 Jul 2015
Test date22 Jul 2015
Expiry2 Aug 2016
Test number189693305273
Mileage72,667 mi
User Enteredn/s front tyre wall damaged
FAILED · 18 Jul 2015
Test date18 Jul 2015
Expiry
Test number796599395116
Mileage72,665 mi
FailOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
FailOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)
User Enteredn/s front tyre wall damaged
PASSED · 24 Jul 2014
Test date24 Jul 2014
Expiry2 Aug 2015
Test number545405704299
Mileage70,275 mi
AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
User Enteredslight damage to outer wall of nearside front tyre
User EnteredOil leak
FAILED · 18 Jul 2014
Test date18 Jul 2014
Expiry
Test number346089394172
Mileage70,275 mi
FailWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
FailNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
FailOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
User Enteredslight damage to outer wall of nearside front tyre
User EnteredOil leak
PASSED · 3 Aug 2013
Test date3 Aug 2013
Expiry2 Aug 2014
Test number899355713215
Mileage67,125 mi
User EnteredFront anti-roll bar bushs slight free play
PASSED · 3 Aug 2012
Test date3 Aug 2012
Expiry2 Aug 2013
Test number189866512288
Mileage64,530 mi
FAILED · 27 Jul 2012
Test date27 Jul 2012
Expiry
Test number179389102259
Mileage64,530 mi
FailOffside Front Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)
FailOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
PASSED · 1 Jul 2011
Test date1 Jul 2011
Expiry2 Jul 2012
Test number778492881187
Mileage62,588 mi
FAILED · 1 Jul 2011
Test date1 Jul 2011
Expiry
Test number989592181196
Mileage62,588 mi
FailOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
FailNearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
FailOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
FailNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
PASSED · 3 Jun 2010
Test date3 Jun 2010
Expiry2 Jul 2011
Test number281644150151
Mileage58,292 mi
AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a)
AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a)
AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
User Enteredfront tyres showing signs of rubbing inner arch
User Enteredsmall tear on o/s/r and n/s/r tyre sidewall
User Enteredoff side rear shock absorber plastic cover split
FAILED · 2 Jun 2010
Test date2 Jun 2010
Expiry
Test number821853550146
Mileage58,292 mi
FailNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
FailOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a)
AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a)
AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
User Enteredfront tyres showing signs of rubbing inner arch
User Enteredsmall tear on o/s/r and n/s/r tyre sidewall
User Enteredoff side rear shock absorber plastic cover split
PASSED · 3 Jul 2009
Test date3 Jul 2009
Expiry2 Jul 2010
Test number742784889180
Mileage54,402 mi
AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
User Enteredfront brakes discs worn
PASSED · 16 May 2008
Test date16 May 2008
Expiry2 Jun 2009
Test number294477238112
Mileage51,150 mi
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)
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)
AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
FAILED · 16 May 2008
Test date16 May 2008
Expiry
Test number713727038156
Mileage51,150 mi
PrsWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
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)
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)
AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
PASSED · 1 Jun 2007
Test date1 Jun 2007
Expiry2 Jun 2008
Test number181972557186
Mileage46,568 mi
PASSED · 3 Jun 2006
Test date3 Jun 2006
Expiry2 Jun 2007
Test number842054956168
Mileage40,897 mi