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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Diesel · 2014 · 1,995 cc

ARK 624MOT history

ARK 624 is a grey diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 12 Aug 2014. Its MOT is valid until 3 Apr 2027 and it has passed 10 of 13 MOT tests, with 169,056 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Oct 2026.

ARK 624 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 3 Apr 2027
Mileage
169,056 mi
At MOT on 24 Mar 2026
MOT tests
13
10 passed · 3 failed
Per year
10,889 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
ARK 624
Registration format
Dateless
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2014
First used
12 Aug 2014
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

ARK 624 was last recorded at 169,056 miles on 24 Mar 2026, 240 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
168,816 miles · 16 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
240 miles
Average per year
10,889 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 169,056 miles
  • 2025 – 163,712 miles
  • 2024 – 157,334 miles
  • 2023 – 150,599 miles
  • 2022 – 138,253 miles
  • 2021 – 109,748 miles
  • 2020 – 98,811 miles
  • 2019 – 91,196 miles
  • 2018 – 80,850 miles
  • 2017 – 74,195 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass169,056 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Under bonnet covers / under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of some testable components

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2025

Full MOT history

13 tests since 7 Jul 2017, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass169,056 miles (+240)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    169,056 miles
    Test number
    388333055686
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  2. Fail168,816 miles (+5,104)1 dangerous2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,816 miles
    Test number
    593510030080
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225 50 17 94w run flat (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  3. Pass163,712 miles (+6,378)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    163,712 miles
    Test number
    344747726589
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder bonnet covers / under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of some testable components
  4. Pass157,334 miles (+36)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    157,334 miles
    Test number
    145708455715
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnder bonnet covers / under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of some testable components
  5. Fail157,298 miles (+6,699)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,298 miles
    Test number
    911824464890
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnder bonnet covers / under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of some testable components
  6. Pass150,599 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    150,599 miles
    Test number
    415623533464

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail150,599 miles (+12,346)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,599 miles
    Test number
    770685582763
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
  8. Pass138,253 miles (+28,505)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    138,253 miles
    Test number
    531578706273
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • 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. Pass109,748 miles (+10,937)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    109,748 miles
    Test number
    821882249525

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass98,811 miles (+7,615)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    98,811 miles
    Test number
    355995543660

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass91,196 miles (+10,346)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    91,196 miles
    Test number
    939246147087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass80,850 miles (+6,655)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    80,850 miles
    Test number
    612000479342

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass74,195 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    74,195 miles
    Test number
    960244827774

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about ARK 624

What vehicle is registration ARK 624 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show ARK 624 on a grey diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 12 Aug 2014. 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 ARK 624 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on ARK 624 is valid until 3 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on ARK 624?
The MOT on ARK 624 is valid until 3 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has ARK 624 done?
ARK 624 was recorded at 169,056 miles at its MOT on 24 Mar 2026, an average of 10,889 miles a year.
Has ARK 624 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. ARK 624 has failed 3 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on ARK 624 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 ARK 624 find?
ARK 624 passed its latest MOT on 24 Mar 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush; nearside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush, and 1 more.

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