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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Diesel · 2006 · 2,993 cc

K21 AFYMOT history

K21 AFY is a blue diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 17 May 2006. Its MOT is valid until 27 Nov 2026 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 179,000 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Oct 2025.

K21 AFY 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 27 Nov 2026
Mileage
179,000 mi
At MOT on 30 Oct 2025
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,349 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K21 AFY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
17 May 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
30 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

K21 AFY was last recorded at 179,000 miles on 30 Oct 2025, 2,153 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
176,847 miles · 28 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
2,153 miles
Average per year
8,349 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 179,000 miles
  • 2024 – 176,847 miles
  • 2023 – 171,332 miles
  • 2022 – 156,789 miles
  • 2021 – 148,455 miles
  • 2020 – 146,414 miles
  • 2019 – 139,606 miles
  • 2018 – 134,137 miles
  • 2017 – 129,296 miles
  • 2016 – 125,050 miles
  • 2015 – 115,573 miles
  • 2014 – 106,371 miles
  • 2013 – 94,090 miles
  • 2012 – 84,987 miles
  • 2011 – 70,101 miles
  • 2010 – 56,928 miles
  • 2009 – 41,569 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass179,000 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both Sides (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryCovers fitted underneath the vehicle

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Under body/engine covers fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

22 tests since 15 May 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass179,000 miles (+2,153)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    179,000 miles
    Test number
    655739231942
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both Sides (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted underneath the vehicle

  2. Pass176,847 miles (+5,515)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    176,847 miles
    Test number
    525154438726
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  3. Pass171,332 miles (+14,543)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    171,332 miles
    Test number
    280491801254
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryGeneral under body rust
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  4. Pass156,789 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    156,789 miles
    Test number
    854883810357
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder body/engine covers fitted

  5. Fail156,788 miles (+8,333)2 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,788 miles
    Test number
    337420404829
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder body/engine covers fitted

  6. Pass148,455 miles (+2,041)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    148,455 miles
    Test number
    336890103993
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass146,414 miles (+6,808)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    146,414 miles
    Test number
    892446993024
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Nearside and Offside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass139,606 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    139,606 miles
    Test number
    939772330159
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside front brace, under the bonnet, missing outer bolt

  9. Fail139,606 miles (+5,469)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,606 miles
    Test number
    889163584570
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside front brace, under the bonnet, missing outer bolt

  10. Pass134,137 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    134,137 miles
    Test number
    671441732672
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres are worn on the edges
    • AdvisoryEngine is leaking oil
    • AdvisoryNearside front strut brace is missing a bolt
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads are low
    • AdvisoryScreen is chipped and cracked
    • AdvisoryUndertray heat shield is insecure

  11. Fail134,137 miles (+4,841)1 dangerous6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,137 miles
    Test number
    196279599902
    • DangerousNearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres are worn on the edges
    • AdvisoryEngine is leaking oil
    • AdvisoryNearside front strut brace is missing a bolt
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads are low
    • AdvisoryScreen is chipped and cracked
    • AdvisoryUndertray heat shield is insecure

  12. Pass129,296 miles (+4,246)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    129,296 miles
    Test number
    942909716056
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn on inner edges
    • AdvisoryOffside rear handbrake noisy in operation
    • AdvisoryScreen is damaged

  13. Pass125,050 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    125,050 miles
    Test number
    243896924555
    • AdvisoryBrake to near side front strut top mount is insecure as bolt is missing
    • AdvisoryFuel tank is damp and stained and most likely leaking but no obvious leak can be found
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp washers are damaged and not working

  14. Fail125,050 miles (+9,477)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,050 miles
    Test number
    134713597419
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush outer bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake to near side front strut top mount is insecure as bolt is missing
    • AdvisoryFuel tank is damp and stained and most likely leaking but no obvious leak can be found
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp washers are damaged and not working

  15. Pass115,573 miles (+9,202)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    115,573 miles
    Test number
    707691215163
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass106,371 miles (+12,281)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    106,371 miles
    Test number
    216518914151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass94,090 miles (+9,103)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    94,090 miles
    Test number
    137989503191
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront tyres worn on edges

  18. Pass84,987 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2013
    Odometer
    84,987 miles
    Test number
    299759832123
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Fail84,987 miles (+14,886)1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,987 miles
    Test number
    975169232147
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteRear brake discs worn

  20. Pass70,101 miles (+13,173)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2012
    Odometer
    70,101 miles
    Test number
    947477421100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass56,928 miles (+15,359)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2011
    Odometer
    56,928 miles
    Test number
    302860840115
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder tray damaged

  22. Pass41,569 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2010
    Odometer
    41,569 miles
    Test number
    372905239101
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing uneven
    • NoteUnder trays fitted

Questions about K21 AFY

Does K21 AFY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K21 AFY is valid until 27 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on K21 AFY?
The MOT on K21 AFY is valid until 27 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K21 AFY done?
K21 AFY was recorded at 179,000 miles at its MOT on 30 Oct 2025, an average of 8,349 miles a year.
Has K21 AFY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K21 AFY has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on K21 AFY 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 K21 AFY find?
K21 AFY passed its latest MOT on 30 Oct 2025 with 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: nearside rear position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside rear lower suspension component pin or bush slightly worn, and 2 more.

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