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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 1997 · 1,896 cc

K21 WRDMOT history

K21 WRD is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 10 Mar 1997. Its MOT expired on 17 Dec 2025 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 114,710 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Dec 2024.

K21 WRD 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 17 Dec 2025
Mileage
114,710 mi
At MOT on 7 Dec 2024
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,047 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K21 WRD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
10 Mar 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Dec 2025
Latest MOT test
7 Dec 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

K21 WRD was last recorded at 114,710 miles on 7 Dec 2024, 607 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Dec 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
114,103 miles · 18 Dec 2023
Between the last two tests
607 miles
Average per year
2,047 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 114,710 miles
  • 2023 – 114,103 miles
  • 2022 – 113,026 miles
  • 2021 – 112,875 miles
  • 2017 – 112,000 miles
  • 2014 – 111,815 miles
  • 2013 – 106,793 miles
  • 2012 – 102,909 miles
  • 2011 – 98,958 miles
  • 2010 – 94,653 miles
  • 2009 – 90,508 miles
  • 2008 – 86,528 miles
  • 2007 – 81,705 miles
  • 2006 – 78,709 miles
  • 2005 – 75,689 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass114,710 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 hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2010

Full MOT history

19 tests since 14 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass114,710 miles (+607)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    114,710 miles
    Test number
    510576757157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass114,103 miles (+1,077)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    114,103 miles
    Test number
    112082400741

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass113,026 miles (+151)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    113,026 miles
    Test number
    169216695584

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass112,875 miles (+875)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    112,875 miles
    Test number
    355231281325

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass112,000 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    112,000 miles
    Test number
    434081405883
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering system lightly rubbing (2.2.D.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose repaired, but not inappropriately Secured at time of testing. (3.6.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering system lightly rubbing (2.2.D.2a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear seats removed at time of testing.

  6. Fail112,000 miles (+185)2 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,000 miles
    Test number
    482473627885
    • Repaired at testFront Direction indicator incorrect colour Both (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low Both (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering system lightly rubbing (2.2.D.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose repaired, but not inappropriately Secured at time of testing. (3.6.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering system lightly rubbing (2.2.D.2a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear seats removed at time of testing.

  7. Fail111,815 miles (+5,022)8 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,815 miles
    Test number
    698833724321
    • 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)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Trailing arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded and its strength is seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Trailing arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded and its strength is seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteInterior rear view mirror located on passenger seat
    • NoteOffside rear park brake performance slightly low

  8. Pass106,793 miles (+29)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    106,793 miles
    Test number
    999775413338
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteBOTH REAR TYRES CRACKING ON TREAD
    • NoteHAND BRAKE JUST MET EFFICIECY O/S
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  9. Fail106,764 miles (+3,855)4 failures3 repaired3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,764 miles
    Test number
    409693713321
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteBOTH REAR TYRES CRACKING ON TREAD
    • NoteHAND BRAKE JUST MET EFFICIECY O/S
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  10. Pass102,909 miles (+3,951)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    102,909 miles
    Test number
    499062022497

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass98,958 miles (+4,305)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    98,958 miles
    Test number
    288357731325

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass94,653 miles (+4,145)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    94,653 miles
    Test number
    482763220318
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  13. Pass90,508 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    90,508 miles
    Test number
    280465729333
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Fail90,508 miles (+3,980)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,508 miles
    Test number
    732465629312
    • Repaired at testInner Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass86,528 miles (+4,823)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    86,528 miles
    Test number
    620397828346
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Pass81,705 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    81,705 miles
    Test number
    220156927321

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail81,705 miles (+2,996)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,705 miles
    Test number
    784246727399
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  18. Pass78,709 miles (+3,020)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    78,709 miles
    Test number
    174591626342

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass75,689 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    75,689 miles
    Test number
    723658715343
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on outer edges

Questions about K21 WRD

Does K21 WRD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on K21 WRD expired on 17 Dec 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on K21 WRD?
The MOT on K21 WRD expired on 17 Dec 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has K21 WRD done?
K21 WRD was recorded at 114,710 miles at its MOT on 7 Dec 2024, an average of 2,047 miles a year.
Has K21 WRD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K21 WRD has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Nov 2017.
Has the mileage on K21 WRD 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 WRD find?
K21 WRD passed its latest MOT on 7 Dec 2024 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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