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BMW 3 Series

White · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

K22 SYNMOT history

K22 SYN is a white diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 19 Sept 2012. Its MOT is valid until 23 Apr 2027 and it has passed 11 of 17 MOT tests, with 166,643 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Apr 2026.

K22 SYN 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 23 Apr 2027
Mileage
166,643 mi
At MOT on 24 Apr 2026
MOT tests
17
11 passed · 6 failed
Per year
12,334 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K22 SYN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
19 Sept 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K22 SYN was last recorded at 166,643 miles on 24 Apr 2026, 2,511 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
164,132 miles · 13 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
2,511 miles
Average per year
12,334 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 166,643 miles
  • 2025 – 164,132 miles
  • 2024 – 153,193 miles
  • 2023 – 140,693 miles
  • 2022 – 131,354 miles
  • 2021 – 126,247 miles
  • 2020 – 116,484 miles
  • 2019 – 97,381 miles
  • 2017 – 71,385 miles
  • 2016 – 48,578 miles
  • 2015 – 35,079 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass166,643 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryCorosion
  • AdvisoryCovers

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 Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front track control arm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Body component slightly loose light lens

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Body component slightly loose light lens

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Both rear brake discs corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/50/17

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view split

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

17 tests since 24 Aug 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass166,643 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    166,643 miles
    Test number
    186447437086
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryCorosion
    • AdvisoryCovers
  2. Fail166,643 miles (+2,511)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,643 miles
    Test number
    201611925737
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryCorosion
    • AdvisoryCovers
  3. Pass164,132 miles (+10,939)
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    164,132 miles
    Test number
    538314747772

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass153,193 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    153,193 miles
    Test number
    860787753610

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail153,176 miles (+41)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,176 miles
    Test number
    378646491848
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front lower control arm bush heavily split and deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower front control arm bush starting to split and deteriorate (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing all four shocks dust covers coming a drift (5.3.2 (b))
  6. Fail153,135 miles (+12,442)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,135 miles
    Test number
    785578786335
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MinorNearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated slow puncture marked with chalk (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
  7. Pass140,693 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    140,693 miles
    Test number
    836611272448

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail140,693 miles (+9,339)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,693 miles
    Test number
    602488242048
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
  9. Pass131,354 miles (+5,107)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    131,354 miles
    Test number
    280598928669

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass126,247 miles (+70)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    126,247 miles
    Test number
    495212506570
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front track control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body component slightly loose light lens (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body component slightly loose light lens (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brake discs corroded
  11. Fail126,177 miles (+9,693)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,177 miles
    Test number
    139501893027
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front track control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front track control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body component slightly loose light lens (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body component slightly loose light lens (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (approximately 4mm pad lining left ) (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brake discs corroded
  12. Pass116,484 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    116,484 miles
    Test number
    599666629600
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view split (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/50/17 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/50/17 (5.2.3 (e))
  13. Fail116,484 miles (+19,103)1 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,484 miles
    Test number
    315085865784
    • MajorOffside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn brake disc thin (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view split (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively brake disc thin (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/50/17 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/50/17 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads low
  14. Pass97,381 miles (+25,996)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    97,381 miles
    Test number
    317516208917

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass71,385 miles (+22,807)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    71,385 miles
    Test number
    620409147076
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate slightly damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn outer edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre devoid of tread outer edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 225/50/17 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover & under trays fitted obscuring some components
  16. Pass48,578 miles (+13,499)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    48,578 miles
    Test number
    405788946164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass35,079 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    35,079 miles
    Test number
    215356435239
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Questions about K22 SYN

Does K22 SYN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K22 SYN is valid until 23 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on K22 SYN?
The MOT on K22 SYN is valid until 23 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K22 SYN done?
K22 SYN was recorded at 166,643 miles at its MOT on 24 Apr 2026, an average of 12,334 miles a year.
Has K22 SYN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K22 SYN has failed 6 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on K22 SYN 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 K22 SYN find?
K22 SYN passed its latest MOT on 24 Apr 2026 with 4 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; corosion, and 1 more.

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