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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2007 · 2,993 cc

K23 KANMOT history

K23 KAN is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 14 May 2007. Its MOT is valid until 6 Nov 2027 and it has passed 16 of 18 MOT tests, with 132,963 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Oct 2026.

K23 KAN black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 6 Nov 2027
Mileage
132,963 mi
At MOT on 28 Oct 2026
MOT tests
18
16 passed · 2 failed
Per year
5,140 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K23 KAN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
14 May 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Nov 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K23 KAN was last recorded at 132,963 miles on 28 Oct 2026, 6,178 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
126,785 miles · 24 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
6,178 miles
Average per year
5,140 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 132,963 miles
  • 2025 – 126,785 miles
  • 2024 – 118,748 miles
  • 2023 – 116,625 miles
  • 2022 – 115,826 miles
  • 2021 – 113,150 miles
  • 2020 – 107,808 miles
  • 2019 – 104,061 miles
  • 2018 – 100,247 miles
  • 2017 – 94,980 miles
  • 2016 – 90,061 miles
  • 2015 – 86,149 miles
  • 2014 – 80,479 miles
  • 2013 – 75,946 miles
  • 2012 – 71,691 miles
  • 2011 – 53,266 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass132,963 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021

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.

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

18 tests since 27 Apr 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass132,963 miles (+6,178)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2027
    Odometer
    132,963 miles
    Test number
    198934950631
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Pass126,785 miles (+55)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    126,785 miles
    Test number
    628809574474
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Fail126,730 miles (+7,982)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,730 miles
    Test number
    215511608131
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Pass118,748 miles (+2,123)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    118,748 miles
    Test number
    672563370201
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Pass116,625 miles (+799)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    116,625 miles
    Test number
    938243848805

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass115,826 miles (+2,676)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    115,826 miles
    Test number
    338664468738
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  7. Pass113,150 miles (+5,342)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    113,150 miles
    Test number
    519571046349
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front mirror cover missing
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear rear subframe corroded
  8. Pass107,808 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    107,808 miles
    Test number
    334080112033
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  9. Fail107,808 miles (+3,747)2 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,808 miles
    Test number
    557613043994
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  10. Pass104,061 miles (+3,814)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    104,061 miles
    Test number
    532867098365
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion on mech. componets
  11. Pass100,247 miles (+5,267)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    100,247 miles
    Test number
    119331448028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass94,980 miles (+4,919)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    94,980 miles
    Test number
    417850696325

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass90,061 miles (+3,912)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    90,061 miles
    Test number
    751477087679
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays and engine covers fitted obscuring some components
  14. Pass86,149 miles (+5,670)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    86,149 miles
    Test number
    724975853679
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays and covers
  15. Pass80,479 miles (+4,533)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    80,479 miles
    Test number
    629340974257
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  16. Pass75,946 miles (+4,255)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2014
    Odometer
    75,946 miles
    Test number
    506953923114
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  17. Pass71,691 miles (+18,425)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2013
    Odometer
    71,691 miles
    Test number
    378985822187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass53,266 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    53,266 miles
    Test number
    147307911108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K23 KAN

Does K23 KAN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K23 KAN is valid until 6 Nov 2027.
When is the MOT due on K23 KAN?
The MOT on K23 KAN is valid until 6 Nov 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K23 KAN done?
K23 KAN was recorded at 132,963 miles at its MOT on 28 Oct 2026, an average of 5,140 miles a year.
Has K23 KAN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K23 KAN has failed 2 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on K23 KAN 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 K23 KAN find?
K23 KAN passed its latest MOT on 28 Oct 2026 with 4 advisories: exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner faces; front service brake fluctuating, but not excessively, and 1 more.

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