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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Diesel · 2000 · 2,926 cc

K100 GECMOT history

K100 GEC is a silver diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 1 Jun 2000. Its MOT expired on 5 Oct 2024 and it has passed 18 of 20 MOT tests, with 123,411 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Oct 2023.

K100 GEC silver BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 5 Oct 2024
Mileage
123,411 mi
At MOT on 6 Oct 2023
MOT tests
20
18 passed · 2 failed
Per year
4,368 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K100 GEC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,926 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
1 Jun 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Oct 2024
Latest MOT test
6 Oct 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

K100 GEC was last recorded at 123,411 miles on 6 Oct 2023, 2,467 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Nov 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
120,944 miles · 24 Nov 2022
Between the last two tests
2,467 miles
Average per year
4,368 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 123,411 miles
  • 2022 – 120,944 miles
  • 2021 – 117,995 miles
  • 2020 – 114,771 miles
  • 2019 – 110,848 miles
  • 2018 – 108,295 miles
  • 2017 – 106,024 miles
  • 2016 – 102,612 miles
  • 2015 – 99,665 miles
  • 2014 – 97,128 miles
  • 2013 – 95,155 miles
  • 2012 – 94,483 miles
  • 2010 – 71,070 miles
  • 2009 – 63,116 miles
  • 2008 – 58,442 miles
  • 2007 – 52,215 miles
  • 2006 – 46,981 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass123,411 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect Both (5.3.2 (d))

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 Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

Full MOT history

20 tests since 7 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass123,411 miles (+2,467)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    123,411 miles
    Test number
    295966846027
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect Both (5.3.2 (d))
  2. Pass120,944 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    120,944 miles
    Test number
    739916795538
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisorySome corrosion to both rear jacking point areas
  3. Fail120,944 miles (+2,949)1 dangerous6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,944 miles
    Test number
    922692352295
    • DangerousNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisorySome corrosion to both rear jacking point areas
  4. Pass117,995 miles (+3,224)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    117,995 miles
    Test number
    426148302046
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRusting by rear jacking points on sills
  5. Pass114,771 miles (+3,923)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    114,771 miles
    Test number
    214507809617
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both pipes over fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass110,848 miles (+2,553)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    110,848 miles
    Test number
    623672677686
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  7. Pass108,295 miles (+2,271)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2019
    Odometer
    108,295 miles
    Test number
    775211665248
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
  8. Pass106,024 miles (+3,412)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2018
    Odometer
    106,024 miles
    Test number
    328887456209
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  9. Pass102,612 miles (+2,947)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2017
    Odometer
    102,612 miles
    Test number
    354704763311
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  10. Pass99,665 miles (+2,537)12 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2016
    Odometer
    99,665 miles
    Test number
    129917525140
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteN/S/F tyre wearing thin on outer edges
  11. Pass97,128 miles (+1,973)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2015
    Odometer
    97,128 miles
    Test number
    246782334470
    • AdvisoryNearside Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  12. Pass95,155 miles (+672)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2014
    Odometer
    95,155 miles
    Test number
    217986233155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass94,483 miles (+23,413)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2013
    Odometer
    94,483 miles
    Test number
    688136242143
    • NoteFront breake discs and pads worn
  14. Pass71,070 miles (+930)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    71,070 miles
    Test number
    684409090240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass70,140 miles (+7,024)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    70,140 miles
    Test number
    381789190060
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNearside front tyre 2-3mm wearing on inner edge
    • NoteNearside front wheel dented
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn inner edge
    • NoteRear metal brake pipes corroded
  16. Pass63,116 miles (+4,674)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    63,116 miles
    Test number
    663095389096
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  17. Pass58,442 miles (+6,227)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    58,442 miles
    Test number
    634653698060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass52,215 miles (+5,234)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    52,215 miles
    Test number
    874079277090
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteRear brake pipes corroding
  19. Pass46,981 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    46,981 miles
    Test number
    510467996094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail46,981 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,981 miles
    Test number
    192137796069
    • FailureFront Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Questions about K100 GEC

Does K100 GEC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on K100 GEC expired on 5 Oct 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on K100 GEC?
The MOT on K100 GEC expired on 5 Oct 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has K100 GEC done?
K100 GEC was recorded at 123,411 miles at its MOT on 6 Oct 2023, an average of 4,368 miles a year.
Has K100 GEC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K100 GEC has failed 2 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on K100 GEC 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 K100 GEC find?
K100 GEC passed its latest MOT on 6 Oct 2023 with 1 advisory: rear shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both.

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