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BMW 3 Series

White · Diesel · 2011 · 1,995 cc

K21 RTPMOT history

K21 RTP is a white diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 28 Jun 2011. Its MOT is valid until 29 Oct 2026 and it has passed 12 of 18 MOT tests, with 208,267 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Oct 2025.

K21 RTP white 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 29 Oct 2026
Mileage
208,267 mi
At MOT on 30 Oct 2025
MOT tests
18
12 passed · 6 failed
Per year
11,577 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K21 RTP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
28 Jun 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
30 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

K21 RTP was last recorded at 208,267 miles on 30 Oct 2025, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
208,265 miles · 16 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
11,577 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 208,267 miles
  • 2024 – 204,003 miles
  • 2023 – 196,201 miles
  • 2022 – 188,252 miles
  • 2021 – 179,432 miles
  • 2020 – 174,001 miles
  • 2019 – 166,920 miles
  • 2018 – 154,002 miles
  • 2017 – 141,826 miles
  • 2016 – 125,733 miles
  • 2015 – 104,085 miles
  • 2014 – 76,599 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass208,267 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all four disc's (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018

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 Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive Rear diff

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

18 tests since 16 Jun 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass208,267 miles (+2)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    208,267 miles
    Test number
    516592099105
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all four disc's (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  2. Fail208,265 miles (+4,262)2 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    208,265 miles
    Test number
    189321876157
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all four disc's (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  3. Pass204,003 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    204,003 miles
    Test number
    107971372971
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  4. Fail204,003 miles (+7,802)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    204,003 miles
    Test number
    395368436489
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working Both (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  5. Pass196,201 miles (+7,949)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    196,201 miles
    Test number
    929135353785
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  6. Pass188,252 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    188,252 miles
    Test number
    615336197069
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Rear diff. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  7. Fail188,252 miles (+8,820)1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,252 miles
    Test number
    266670533002
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Rear diff. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  8. Pass179,432 miles (+5,431)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    179,432 miles
    Test number
    783504718290
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Rear Diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  9. Pass174,001 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    174,001 miles
    Test number
    985536499301
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  10. Fail174,001 miles (+7,081)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,001 miles
    Test number
    251161804165
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront both wheels in wrong position
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  11. Pass166,920 miles (+12,918)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    166,920 miles
    Test number
    993661351076
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  12. Pass154,002 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    154,002 miles
    Test number
    647741717255
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  13. Fail154,002 miles (+12,176)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,002 miles
    Test number
    330524373910
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  14. Pass141,826 miles (+16,093)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    141,826 miles
    Test number
    709566498444

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass125,733 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    125,733 miles
    Test number
    885411328624

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail125,733 miles (+21,648)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,733 miles
    Test number
    160339210238
    • Repaired at testTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)
  17. Pass104,085 miles (+27,486)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    104,085 miles
    Test number
    245097065422
    • NoteFront tyres wearing on edges
    • NoteChips in windscreen
    • NoteOil leak (diff)
  18. Pass76,599 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    76,599 miles
    Test number
    287637764127
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Questions about K21 RTP

Does K21 RTP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K21 RTP is valid until 29 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on K21 RTP?
The MOT on K21 RTP is valid until 29 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K21 RTP done?
K21 RTP was recorded at 208,267 miles at its MOT on 30 Oct 2025, an average of 11,577 miles a year.
Has K21 RTP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K21 RTP has failed 6 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on K21 RTP 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 RTP find?
K21 RTP passed its latest MOT on 30 Oct 2025 with 8 advisories: brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all four disc's; front inner brake pad(s) wearing thin; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread, and 5 more.

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