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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 2,996 cc

K18 LPSMOT history

K18 LPS is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 20 Nov 2008. Its MOT is valid until 7 Jul 2027 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 81,987 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Jun 2026.

K18 LPS 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 7 Jul 2027
Mileage
81,987 mi
At MOT on 24 Jun 2026
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,835 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K18 LPS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,996 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
20 Nov 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K18 LPS was last recorded at 81,987 miles on 24 Jun 2026, 3,430 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
78,557 miles · 16 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
3,430 miles
Average per year
4,835 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 81,987 miles
  • 2025 – 78,557 miles
  • 2024 – 75,561 miles
  • 2023 – 73,127 miles
  • 2022 – 69,520 miles
  • 2021 – 66,696 miles
  • 2020 – 64,168 miles
  • 2019 – 60,629 miles
  • 2018 – 55,567 miles
  • 2017 – 50,228 miles
  • 2016 – 43,773 miles
  • 2015 – 36,116 miles
  • 2014 – 28,549 miles
  • 2013 – 19,524 miles
  • 2012 – 13,560 miles
  • 2011 – 11,403 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass81,987 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin BOTH SIDES (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 Front Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear park brake has low effort

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

21 tests since 18 Nov 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass81,987 miles (+3,430)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    81,987 miles
    Test number
    987447411586
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin BOTH SIDES (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass78,557 miles (+2,996)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    78,557 miles
    Test number
    577289259565
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted inside (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted inside (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted inside (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertray fitted so can't fully inspect

  3. Pass75,561 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    75,561 miles
    Test number
    537919429427
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRoad wheel slightly distorted both fronts (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRoad wheel slightly distorted both rears (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertray's fitted so can't fully inspect

  4. Fail75,561 miles (+2,434)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,561 miles
    Test number
    521565160915
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 235/35/19 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRoad wheel slightly distorted both fronts (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRoad wheel slightly distorted both rears (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertray's fitted so can't fully inspect

  5. Pass73,127 miles (+11)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    73,127 miles
    Test number
    140990374232
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear park brake has low effort

  6. Fail73,116 miles (+3,596)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,116 miles
    Test number
    291871214940
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (235/35/19) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear park brake has low effort

  7. Pass69,520 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    69,520 miles
    Test number
    565997045158
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald inner 235/35r19 (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail69,520 miles (+2,824)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,520 miles
    Test number
    137982117346
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald inner 235/35r19 (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass66,696 miles (+2,528)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    66,696 miles
    Test number
    259392368892
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres wearing on inner edges
    • AdvisoryHand brake travel becoming long

  10. Pass64,168 miles (+3,539)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    64,168 miles
    Test number
    456664175631

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass60,629 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    60,629 miles
    Test number
    737869035857

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail60,624 miles (+5,057)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,624 miles
    Test number
    388631016451
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 235/35/19 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  13. Pass55,567 miles (+5,339)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    55,567 miles
    Test number
    837309325134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass50,228 miles (+6,455)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    50,228 miles
    Test number
    866876746169
    • AdvisoryAdvise both rear tyres bald on inner edges

  15. Pass43,773 miles (+7,657)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    43,773 miles
    Test number
    605461655521
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass36,116 miles (+7,567)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    36,116 miles
    Test number
    349373385159
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  17. Pass28,549 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    28,549 miles
    Test number
    728956574175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail28,549 miles (+9,025)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,549 miles
    Test number
    297186874446
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

  19. Pass19,524 miles (+5,964)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    19,524 miles
    Test number
    209274283427
    • NoteNearside front tyre is worn on the inside and outside edge
    • NoteOffside front tyre is worn on the inside and outside edge

  20. Pass13,560 miles (+2,157)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    13,560 miles
    Test number
    106949072110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass11,403 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    11,403 miles
    Test number
    795602221365

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K18 LPS

Does K18 LPS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K18 LPS is valid until 7 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on K18 LPS?
The MOT on K18 LPS is valid until 7 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K18 LPS done?
K18 LPS was recorded at 81,987 miles at its MOT on 24 Jun 2026, an average of 4,835 miles a year.
Has K18 LPS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K18 LPS has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on K18 LPS 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 LPS find?
K18 LPS passed its latest MOT on 24 Jun 2026 with 1 advisory: rear brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides.

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