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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 1995 · 2,793 cc

K20 SSAMOT history

K20 SSA is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 1 Aug 1995. Its MOT expired on 3 Sept 2024 and it has passed 12 of 18 MOT tests, with 164,650 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Sept 2023.

K20 SSA black 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 3 Sept 2024
Mileage
164,650 mi
At MOT on 4 Sept 2023
MOT tests
18
12 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,883 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K20 SSA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1995
First used
1 Aug 1995
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Sept 2024
Latest MOT test
4 Sept 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

K20 SSA was last recorded at 164,650 miles on 4 Sept 2023, 60 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Sept 2019.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
164,590 miles · 19 Sept 2019
Between the last two tests
60 miles
Average per year
1,883 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 164,650 miles
  • 2019 – 164,590 miles
  • 2018 – 164,588 miles
  • 2016 – 163,410 miles
  • 2015 – 162,740 miles
  • 2013 – 160,570 miles
  • 2012 – 158,569 miles
  • 2011 – 153,652 miles
  • 2009 – 145,060 miles
  • 2008 – 140,775 miles
  • 2007 – 136,127 miles
  • 2006 – 132,517 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass164,650 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2006–2009

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2006–2009

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2006–2009

Full MOT history

18 tests since 11 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass164,650 miles (+60)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    164,650 miles
    Test number
    737077787641

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass164,590 miles (+2)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    164,590 miles
    Test number
    982836319382
    • MinorNearside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  3. Pass164,588 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    164,588 miles
    Test number
    498906607018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail164,588 miles (+1,178)6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,588 miles
    Test number
    249834074728
    • MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
  5. Pass163,410 miles (+670)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    163,410 miles
    Test number
    382370307470

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass162,740 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    162,740 miles
    Test number
    668224475190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail162,740 miles (+2,170)9 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,740 miles
    Test number
    177227665133
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
  8. Pass160,570 miles (+2,001)1 advisory6 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    160,570 miles
    Test number
    799962313348
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteBoth rear shock dust covers missing
    • NoteCorrosion on main brake pipes
    • NoteExhaust heat shleid loose
    • NoteFloors,all jacking points,offside front inner arch up top all corroding
    • NoteNearside rear tyre bald on inner edge & perished
  9. Pass158,569 miles (+4,917)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2013
    Odometer
    158,569 miles
    Test number
    687379442174
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteBrake pad warning light on
  10. Pass153,652 miles (+8,592)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    153,652 miles
    Test number
    438587791066
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
  11. Pass145,060 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    145,060 miles
    Test number
    620880439266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail145,052 miles (+4,277)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,052 miles
    Test number
    501389319236
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
  13. Pass140,775 miles (+27)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    140,775 miles
    Test number
    341541038478

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail140,748 miles (+4,621)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,748 miles
    Test number
    274581428234
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
  15. Pass136,127 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    136,127 miles
    Test number
    834331647221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail136,120 miles (+3,603)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,120 miles
    Test number
    560920937218
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  17. Pass132,517 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    132,517 miles
    Test number
    381960136245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail132,517 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,517 miles
    Test number
    264593126262
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Questions about K20 SSA

Does K20 SSA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on K20 SSA expired on 3 Sept 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on K20 SSA?
The MOT on K20 SSA expired on 3 Sept 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has K20 SSA done?
K20 SSA was recorded at 164,650 miles at its MOT on 4 Sept 2023, an average of 1,883 miles a year.
Has K20 SSA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K20 SSA has failed 6 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jun 2018.
Has the mileage on K20 SSA 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 K20 SSA find?
K20 SSA passed its latest MOT on 4 Sept 2023 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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