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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Diesel · 2005 · 1,995 cc

K25 MKYMOT history

K25 MKY is a blue diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 25 Jul 2005. Its MOT expired on 25 Oct 2023 and it has passed 13 of 14 MOT tests, with 220,402 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Oct 2022.

K25 MKY blue BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 25 Oct 2023
Mileage
220,402 mi
At MOT on 26 Oct 2022
MOT tests
14
13 passed · 1 failed
Per year
12,687 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K25 MKY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
25 Jul 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Oct 2023
Latest MOT test
26 Oct 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

K25 MKY was last recorded at 220,402 miles on 26 Oct 2022, 11,608 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Sept 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
208,794 miles · 24 Sept 2021
Between the last two tests
11,608 miles
Average per year
12,687 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 220,402 miles
  • 2021 – 208,794 miles
  • 2020 – 196,346 miles
  • 2018 – 184,335 miles
  • 2017 – 165,293 miles
  • 2015 – 131,939 miles
  • 2014 – 115,250 miles
  • 2013 – 98,652 miles
  • 2012 – 85,472 miles
  • 2011 – 75,268 miles
  • 2010 – 62,617 miles
  • 2009 – 47,875 miles
  • 2008 – 39,497 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass220,402 miles
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear subframe and suspension heavily corroded

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 pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2020

Full MOT history

14 tests since 23 Jul 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass220,402 miles (+11,608)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    220,402 miles
    Test number
    713003096254
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear subframe and suspension heavily corroded

  2. Pass208,794 miles (+12,448)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    208,794 miles
    Test number
    453465537060
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (may spread) (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (rear most) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass196,346 miles (+12,011)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    196,346 miles
    Test number
    732621749634
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Pass184,335 miles (+891)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    184,335 miles
    Test number
    741851666059
    • MinorCentral Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Fail183,444 miles (+18,151)4 dangerous7 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,444 miles
    Test number
    365437737272
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment no reserve travel (1.1.6 (c))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass165,293 miles (+33,354)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    165,293 miles
    Test number
    531407089706
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded and e rear corroded under plastic coating??? (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil replace 1-2 months!!!!!!!!!! (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear hand brake effort only just passed
    • AdvisoryWarning light on dash???

  7. Pass131,939 miles (+16,689)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    131,939 miles
    Test number
    860598214342
    • AdvisoryFront flexis slight perishing

  8. Pass115,250 miles (+16,598)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    115,250 miles
    Test number
    726403804248
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  9. Pass98,652 miles (+13,180)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    98,652 miles
    Test number
    408411913243
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • NoteFront Wipers streaky

  10. Pass85,472 miles (+10,204)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    85,472 miles
    Test number
    859966422252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass75,268 miles (+12,651)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    75,268 miles
    Test number
    236512201279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass62,617 miles (+14,742)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    62,617 miles
    Test number
    441051700213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass47,875 miles (+8,378)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    47,875 miles
    Test number
    872404609280
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass39,497 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    39,497 miles
    Test number
    201615708248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K25 MKY

Does K25 MKY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on K25 MKY expired on 25 Oct 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on K25 MKY?
The MOT on K25 MKY expired on 25 Oct 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has K25 MKY done?
K25 MKY was recorded at 220,402 miles at its MOT on 26 Oct 2022, an average of 12,687 miles a year.
Has K25 MKY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K25 MKY has failed 1 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 25 May 2018.
Has the mileage on K25 MKY 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 K25 MKY find?
K25 MKY passed its latest MOT on 26 Oct 2022 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both; nearside front suspension arm ball joint has slight play, and 5 more.

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