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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Diesel · 2000 · 2,979 cc

K18 KYUMOT history

K18 KYU is a blue diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 1 Sept 2000. Its MOT is valid until 30 Jun 2027 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 87,406 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jun 2026.

K18 KYU 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 30 Jun 2027
Mileage
87,406 mi
At MOT on 29 Jun 2026
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
1,767 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K18 KYU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
1 Sept 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K18 KYU was last recorded at 87,406 miles on 29 Jun 2026, 86 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
87,320 miles · 1 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
86 miles
Average per year
1,767 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 87,406 miles
  • 2025 – 87,320 miles
  • 2024 – 81,083 miles
  • 2023 – 80,545 miles
  • 2022 – 79,372 miles
  • 2021 – 79,351 miles
  • 2020 – 78,166 miles
  • 2019 – 76,957 miles
  • 2018 – 75,366 miles
  • 2017 – 74,293 miles
  • 2016 – 73,432 miles
  • 2015 – 71,825 miles
  • 2014 – 70,458 miles
  • 2013 – 68,693 miles
  • 2012 – 66,792 miles
  • 2011 – 64,062 miles
  • 2010 – 62,284 miles
  • 2009 – 60,075 miles
  • 2008 – 57,732 miles
  • 2007 – 56,353 miles
  • 2006 – 52,801 miles
  • 2005 – 50,604 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass87,406 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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 Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Nearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2009

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2009

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2009

  • Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2009

Full MOT history

28 tests since 31 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass87,406 miles (+86)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    87,406 miles
    Test number
    386981835074
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  2. Pass87,320 miles (+6,237)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    87,320 miles
    Test number
    681145206490

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass81,083 miles (+538)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    81,083 miles
    Test number
    264116857855

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass80,545 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    80,545 miles
    Test number
    113752352959

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail80,542 miles (+1,170)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,542 miles
    Test number
    430456655549
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass79,372 miles (+21)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    79,372 miles
    Test number
    417350808905
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail79,351 miles (+1,185)6 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,351 miles
    Test number
    563063006984
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded side of tank (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp tarnised

  8. Pass78,166 miles (+1,209)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    78,166 miles
    Test number
    936967353627
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamps tarnished

  9. Pass76,957 miles (+1,591)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    76,957 miles
    Test number
    452111806044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass75,366 miles (+1,073)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    75,366 miles
    Test number
    207536377693
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass74,293 miles (+861)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    74,293 miles
    Test number
    720918021592
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to flexi behind wheel + n/f (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear above tank + o/s/r (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Pass73,432 miles (+1,607)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    73,432 miles
    Test number
    630590785759
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel out of shape
    • AdvisoryN/s/f wishbone rear bush weakening
    • AdvisoryOil leak on rear diff

  13. Pass71,825 miles (+1,367)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    71,825 miles
    Test number
    237806124663
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  14. Pass70,458 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    70,458 miles
    Test number
    606190864217
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • NoteN/s/f inner wheel out of shape

  15. Fail70,458 miles (+1,765)6 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,458 miles
    Test number
    319149854297
    • FailureBrake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • NoteN/s/f inner wheel out of shape

  16. Pass68,693 miles (+1,901)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    68,693 miles
    Test number
    429296253219
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

  17. Pass66,792 miles (+2,730)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    66,792 miles
    Test number
    588727852280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass64,062 miles (+1,778)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    64,062 miles
    Test number
    395638241494

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail62,284 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,284 miles
    Test number
    482439840273
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

  20. Pass62,284 miles (+2,209)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    62,284 miles
    Test number
    530399340237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass60,075 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    60,075 miles
    Test number
    203313529224
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  22. Fail60,075 miles (+2,343)4 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,075 miles
    Test number
    332113029424
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureFront registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass57,732 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    57,732 miles
    Test number
    662446928212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail57,732 miles (+1,379)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,732 miles
    Test number
    464776728203
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

  25. Pass56,353 miles (+3,552)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    56,353 miles
    Test number
    321598347406
    • AdvisoryFront 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 Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass52,801 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    52,801 miles
    Test number
    980819026269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail52,098 miles (+1,494)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,098 miles
    Test number
    561199226210
    • FailureFront brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

  28. Pass50,604 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    50,604 miles
    Test number
    552413845232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K18 KYU

Does K18 KYU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K18 KYU is valid until 30 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on K18 KYU?
The MOT on K18 KYU is valid until 30 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K18 KYU done?
K18 KYU was recorded at 87,406 miles at its MOT on 29 Jun 2026, an average of 1,767 miles a year.
Has K18 KYU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K18 KYU has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on K18 KYU 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 K18 KYU find?
K18 KYU passed its latest MOT on 29 Jun 2026 with 1 minor defect: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view.

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