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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2007 · 1,995 cc

286 VNKMOT history

286 VNK is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 20 Jun 2007. Its MOT is valid until 26 Feb 2027 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 112,957 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Feb 2026.

286 VNK 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 Feb 2027
Mileage
112,957 mi
At MOT on 27 Feb 2026
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,600 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
286 VNK
Registration format
Dateless
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
20 Jun 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

286 VNK was last recorded at 112,957 miles on 27 Feb 2026, 3,530 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
109,427 miles · 22 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
3,530 miles
Average per year
6,600 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 112,957 miles
  • 2025 – 109,427 miles
  • 2024 – 105,623 miles
  • 2023 – 101,231 miles
  • 2022 – 99,964 miles
  • 2021 – 96,092 miles
  • 2019 – 75,937 miles
  • 2018 – 67,968 miles
  • 2017 – 50,820 miles
  • 2016 – 31,166 miles
  • 2015 – 26,564 miles
  • 2014 – 22,788 miles
  • 2013 – 17,876 miles
  • 2012 – 13,330 miles
  • 2011 – 9,789 miles
  • 2010 – 9,637 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass112,957 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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 Side repeater not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

20 tests since 3 Jul 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass112,957 miles (+3,530)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    112,957 miles
    Test number
    153492500344
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass109,427 miles (+3,804)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    109,427 miles
    Test number
    251697625540
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass105,623 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    105,623 miles
    Test number
    853446965110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail105,623 miles (+4,392)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,623 miles
    Test number
    204373836066
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

  5. Pass101,231 miles (+1,267)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    101,231 miles
    Test number
    116290927832

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass99,964 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    99,964 miles
    Test number
    260280793621

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail99,964 miles (+81)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,964 miles
    Test number
    167490426137
    • MajorElectronic braking system warning device indicates a fault (1.7 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail99,883 miles (+3,791)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,883 miles
    Test number
    609483864642
    • MajorExhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated Both Front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle Has Covers Fitted Unable To See Certain Testable Items

  9. Pass96,092 miles (+20,155)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    96,092 miles
    Test number
    632800080230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass75,937 miles (+7,969)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    75,937 miles
    Test number
    704373623731
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass67,968 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    67,968 miles
    Test number
    164316936700
    • AdvisoryEngine covers + under tray fitted

  12. Fail67,966 miles (+17,146)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,966 miles
    Test number
    257411259259
    • FailureFront registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers + under tray fitted

  13. Pass50,820 miles (+19,654)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    50,820 miles
    Test number
    502180520838
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing low on both edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass31,166 miles (+4,602)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    31,166 miles
    Test number
    507185836867

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass26,564 miles (+3,776)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    26,564 miles
    Test number
    517936065077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass22,788 miles (+4,912)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    22,788 miles
    Test number
    698054264060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass17,876 miles (+4,546)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    17,876 miles
    Test number
    889670563037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass13,330 miles (+3,541)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    13,330 miles
    Test number
    439325462006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass9,789 miles (+152)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    9,789 miles
    Test number
    199048361003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass9,637 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    9,637 miles
    Test number
    220934680183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about 286 VNK

What vehicle is registration 286 VNK currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 286 VNK on a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 20 Jun 2007. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does 286 VNK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 286 VNK is valid until 26 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on 286 VNK?
The MOT on 286 VNK is valid until 26 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 286 VNK done?
286 VNK was recorded at 112,957 miles at its MOT on 27 Feb 2026, an average of 6,600 miles a year.
Has 286 VNK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 286 VNK has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on 286 VNK 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 286 VNK find?
286 VNK passed its latest MOT on 27 Feb 2026 with 2 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; rear brake pad(s) wearing thin.

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