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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2000 · 2,793 cc

40 KBMOT history

40 KB is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 28 Apr 2000. Its MOT is valid until 12 Nov 2026 and it has passed 11 of 18 MOT tests, with 104,324 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Nov 2025.

40 KB blue 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 12 Nov 2026
Mileage
104,324 mi
At MOT on 13 Nov 2025
MOT tests
18
11 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,688 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
40 KB
Registration format
Dateless
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
28 Apr 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
13 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

40 KB was last recorded at 104,324 miles on 13 Nov 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
104,324 miles · 31 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,688 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 104,324 miles
  • 2024 – 102,534 miles
  • 2017 – 102,231 miles
  • 2013 – 89,861 miles
  • 2012 – 82,265 miles
  • 2011 – 73,428 miles
  • 2010 – 63,575 miles
  • 2009 – 55,865 miles
  • 2008 – 46,171 miles
  • 2007 – 40,127 miles
  • 2006 – 33,274 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass104,324 miles
  • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosionRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2017

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.

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

Full MOT history

18 tests since 9 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass104,324 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    104,324 miles
    Test number
    243030869746
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion

  2. Fail104,324 miles (+1,790)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,324 miles
    Test number
    867542031978
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion

  3. Pass102,534 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    102,534 miles
    Test number
    909404289898

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail102,521 miles (+290)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,521 miles
    Test number
    247478609704
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisorySteering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))

  5. Pass102,231 miles (+12,370)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    102,231 miles
    Test number
    315482709348
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion

  6. Fail89,861 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,861 miles
    Test number
    335617583481
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  7. Pass89,861 miles (+7,596)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    89,861 miles
    Test number
    995107583250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass82,265 miles (+8,837)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    82,265 miles
    Test number
    198333612251
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBrake pad warning light on dash

  9. Pass73,428 miles (+9,853)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    73,428 miles
    Test number
    307203091155
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  10. Pass63,575 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    63,575 miles
    Test number
    892596660197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail63,575 miles (+7,710)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,575 miles
    Test number
    993876660158
    • FailureNearside Outer Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass55,865 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    55,865 miles
    Test number
    752091469177
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Fail55,865 miles (+9,694)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,865 miles
    Test number
    913211769184
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass46,171 miles (+10)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    46,171 miles
    Test number
    620573588114
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  15. Fail46,161 miles (+6,034)5 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,161 miles
    Test number
    103268678153
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass40,127 miles (+6,853)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    40,127 miles
    Test number
    890461117230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass33,274 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    33,274 miles
    Test number
    252593126241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail33,274 miles1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,274 miles
    Test number
    351681926261
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Questions about 40 KB

What vehicle is registration 40 KB currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 40 KB on a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 28 Apr 2000. 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 40 KB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 40 KB is valid until 12 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on 40 KB?
The MOT on 40 KB is valid until 12 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 40 KB done?
40 KB was recorded at 104,324 miles at its MOT on 13 Nov 2025, an average of 3,688 miles a year.
Has 40 KB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 40 KB has failed 7 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on 40 KB 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 40 KB find?
40 KB passed its latest MOT on 13 Nov 2025 with 1 advisory: general underbody corrosion.

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