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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2009 · 1,995 cc

K21 OKSMOT history

K21 OKS is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 7 May 2009. Its MOT is valid until 2 Apr 2027 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 106,788 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Mar 2026.

K21 OKS 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 2 Apr 2027
Mileage
106,788 mi
At MOT on 31 Mar 2026
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,505 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K21 OKS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
7 May 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
31 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K21 OKS was last recorded at 106,788 miles on 31 Mar 2026, 10,321 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Apr 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 25 Feb 2013: 31,270 miles, lower than 32,169 miles on 22 Feb 2013.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
96,467 miles · 3 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
10,321 miles
Average per year
5,505 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 106,788 miles
  • 2025 – 96,467 miles
  • 2024 – 87,964 miles
  • 2023 – 78,483 miles
  • 2022 – 72,805 miles
  • 2021 – 72,515 miles
  • 2020 – 72,438 miles
  • 2019 – 70,393 miles
  • 2018 – 65,615 miles
  • 2017 – 60,817 miles
  • 2016 – 56,208 miles
  • 2015 – 47,411 miles
  • 2014 – 38,357 miles
  • 2013 – 31,270 miles
  • 2012 – 30,076 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass106,788 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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 Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

20 tests since 23 Apr 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass106,788 miles (+10,321)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    106,788 miles
    Test number
    599231818255
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Pass96,467 miles (+8,503)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    96,467 miles
    Test number
    789843055913

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass87,964 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    87,964 miles
    Test number
    433833047399
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail87,964 miles (+9,481)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,964 miles
    Test number
    178145574266
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass78,483 miles (+5,678)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    78,483 miles
    Test number
    988593733076
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm outer ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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 Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm outer ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure monitoring system warning light on
    • AdvisoryFuel cap rubber sealing device deteriorated

  6. Pass72,805 miles (+290)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    72,805 miles
    Test number
    944891649521

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass72,515 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    72,515 miles
    Test number
    685774679959

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail72,515 miles (+77)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,515 miles
    Test number
    117712859681
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass72,438 miles (+2,045)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    72,438 miles
    Test number
    472192186574

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass70,393 miles (+4,778)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    70,393 miles
    Test number
    840394345390

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass65,615 miles (+4,798)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    65,615 miles
    Test number
    869974078020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass60,817 miles (+4,609)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    60,817 miles
    Test number
    778884412782

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass56,208 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    56,208 miles
    Test number
    812854960690
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (3.5.1i)

  14. Fail56,208 miles (+8,797)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,208 miles
    Test number
    959245158659
    • FailureBrake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both rear (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass47,411 miles (+9,054)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    47,411 miles
    Test number
    908778545027
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass38,357 miles (+7,087)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    38,357 miles
    Test number
    847714134069
    • NoteOuter wall damage to offside front tyre

  17. Pass31,270 miles (-899)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    31,270 miles
    Test number
    957276453060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail32,169 miles (+2,093)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,169 miles
    Test number
    245743653076
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  19. Pass30,076 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2013
    Odometer
    30,076 miles
    Test number
    756786412138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail30,069 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,069 miles
    Test number
    878434112118
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Questions about K21 OKS

Does K21 OKS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K21 OKS is valid until 2 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on K21 OKS?
The MOT on K21 OKS is valid until 2 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K21 OKS done?
K21 OKS was recorded at 106,788 miles at its MOT on 31 Mar 2026, an average of 5,505 miles a year.
Has K21 OKS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K21 OKS has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on K21 OKS ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 25 Feb 2013. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on K21 OKS find?
K21 OKS passed its latest MOT on 31 Mar 2026 with 1 advisory: front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases.

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