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Black · Diesel · 2006 · 1,995 cc

K21 COUMOT history

K21 COU is a black diesel BMW first used on 23 Mar 2006. Its MOT is valid until 13 Sept 2027 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 121,998 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 13 Sept 2027
Mileage
121,998 mi
At MOT on 14 Sept 2026
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,864 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K21 COU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
23 Mar 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K21 COU was last recorded at 121,998 miles on 14 Sept 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
121,998 miles · 11 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
5,864 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 121,998 miles
  • 2025 – 111,753 miles
  • 2024 – 97,765 miles
  • 2023 – 80,679 miles
  • 2022 – 68,657 miles
  • 2021 – 68,653 miles
  • 2020 – 62,077 miles
  • 2019 – 49,405 miles
  • 2018 – 47,126 miles
  • 2017 – 44,712 miles
  • 2016 – 44,556 miles
  • 2012 – 41,557 miles
  • 2011 – 34,320 miles
  • 2010 – 27,280 miles
  • 2009 – 19,638 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass121,998 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Fuel cap/sealing device missing

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2026

Full MOT history

19 tests since 31 Mar 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass121,998 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    121,998 miles
    Test number
    427458369729
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Fail121,998 miles (+10,245)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,998 miles
    Test number
    474176755220
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass111,753 miles (+13,988)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    111,753 miles
    Test number
    629772830781
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexy (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass97,765 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    97,765 miles
    Test number
    991841904098
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Fail97,765 miles (+17,086)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,765 miles
    Test number
    177681182863
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass80,679 miles (+77)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    80,679 miles
    Test number
    473218833423
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail80,602 miles (+11,945)1 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,602 miles
    Test number
    501710346700
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorCentral Front Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  8. Pass68,657 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    68,657 miles
    Test number
    699870678149
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Fail68,653 miles (+6,576)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,653 miles
    Test number
    703102201589
    • MajorFront Windscreen in an unacceptable condition av zone (3.2 (c) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass62,077 miles (+12,672)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    62,077 miles
    Test number
    804495941178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass49,405 miles (+2,279)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    49,405 miles
    Test number
    851908988044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass47,126 miles (+107)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    47,126 miles
    Test number
    670588303286
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass47,019 miles (+2,307)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    47,019 miles
    Test number
    624411701655
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front on both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  14. Pass44,712 miles (+156)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2018
    Odometer
    44,712 miles
    Test number
    447335940771

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass44,556 miles (+2,999)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2017
    Odometer
    44,556 miles
    Test number
    318137237300

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass41,557 miles (+7,237)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    41,557 miles
    Test number
    456741092026
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  17. Pass34,320 miles (+7,040)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    34,320 miles
    Test number
    368227781079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass27,280 miles (+7,642)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    27,280 miles
    Test number
    261550690060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass19,638 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    19,638 miles
    Test number
    320200299072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K21 COU

Does K21 COU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K21 COU is valid until 13 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on K21 COU?
The MOT on K21 COU is valid until 13 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K21 COU done?
K21 COU was recorded at 121,998 miles at its MOT on 14 Sept 2026, an average of 5,864 miles a year.
Has K21 COU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K21 COU has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on K21 COU 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 COU find?
K21 COU passed its latest MOT on 14 Sept 2026 with 6 advisories: nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; offside front brake hose slightly deteriorated, and 3 more.

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