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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2006 · 2,993 cc

K25 SMWMOT history

K25 SMW is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 30 Mar 2006. Its MOT is valid until 15 May 2027 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 174,023 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 May 2026.

K25 SMW black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 15 May 2027
Mileage
174,023 mi
At MOT on 8 May 2026
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,035 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K25 SMW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
30 Mar 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 May 2027
Latest MOT test
8 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K25 SMW was last recorded at 174,023 miles on 8 May 2026, 5,977 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
168,046 miles · 12 May 2025
Between the last two tests
5,977 miles
Average per year
8,035 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 174,023 miles
  • 2025 – 168,046 miles
  • 2024 – 163,004 miles
  • 2023 – 152,325 miles
  • 2021 – 146,922 miles
  • 2020 – 144,798 miles
  • 2019 – 141,132 miles
  • 2018 – 137,348 miles
  • 2017 – 132,200 miles
  • 2016 – 126,572 miles
  • 2015 – 122,699 miles
  • 2014 – 117,383 miles
  • 2013 – 98,978 miles
  • 2012 – 80,055 miles
  • 2011 – 65,123 miles
  • 2010 – 49,858 miles
  • 2009 – 37,833 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass174,023 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryAUX belt deteriorated
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor3 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Small split o/s/f lower swivel boot

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2021

  • Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2011

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge cuts and smooth on edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge cuts and smooth on edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Slight run out on front brakes

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

22 tests since 26 May 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass174,023 miles2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2027
    Odometer
    174,023 miles
    Test number
    633310822608
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAUX belt deteriorated
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail174,023 miles (+5,977)1 repaired2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,023 miles
    Test number
    527715603062
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAUX belt deteriorated
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass168,046 miles (+5,042)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2026
    Odometer
    168,046 miles
    Test number
    941966897971
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Nearside and Offside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Nearside and Offside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  4. Pass163,004 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2025
    Odometer
    163,004 miles
    Test number
    982413858307
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge cuts and smooth on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge cuts and smooth on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySlight run out on front brakes

  5. Fail163,004 miles (+10,679)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,004 miles
    Test number
    392907173733
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge cuts and smooth on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge cuts and smooth on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySlight run out on front brakes

  6. Pass152,325 miles (+5,403)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    152,325 miles
    Test number
    757354000131
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge cuts & perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge cuts, perished & nail in tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySmall splits o/s/f lower swivel boot

  7. Pass146,922 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    146,922 miles
    Test number
    338532266378
    • AdvisorySmall split o/s/f lower swivel boot

  8. Fail146,922 miles (+2,124)2 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,922 miles
    Test number
    264724162556
    • DangerousNearside Front 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))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySmall split o/s/f lower swivel boot

  9. Pass144,798 miles (+3,666)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    144,798 miles
    Test number
    378801862706
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySlight wear/play in some rear suspension arm bushes
    • AdvisorySmall splits on o/s/f lower arm ball joint dust cover

  10. Pass141,132 miles (+3,784)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    141,132 miles
    Test number
    233324979266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass137,348 miles (+5,148)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    137,348 miles
    Test number
    606750063230
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear tyres on limits & nail o/s/r tyre
    • AdvisorySlight freeplay in steering
    • AdvisorySlight perishing on brake hoses
    • AdvisorySmall cuts & perishing on all tyres

  12. Pass132,200 miles (+5,628)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    132,200 miles
    Test number
    789303646220
    • AdvisoryO/s/f rim small dent
    • AdvisoryO/s/r shock damp
    • AdvisorySlight play in rear hub bushes

  13. Pass126,572 miles (+3,873)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    126,572 miles
    Test number
    992034255414
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre close to limits & worn on edges
    • AdvisorySlight wear/play in some rear suspension arm bushes
    • AdvisorySmall split o/s/f lower swivel boot

  14. Pass122,699 miles (+5,316)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    122,699 miles
    Test number
    527154002741

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass117,383 miles (+18,405)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    117,383 miles
    Test number
    325935364471
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  16. Pass98,978 miles (+18,923)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2014
    Odometer
    98,978 miles
    Test number
    866815433114
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  17. Pass80,055 miles (+14,932)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2013
    Odometer
    80,055 miles
    Test number
    929334542140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass65,123 miles (+15,265)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2012
    Odometer
    65,123 miles
    Test number
    349086941121
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Pass49,858 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2011
    Odometer
    49,858 miles
    Test number
    213436220184
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteFront wipers slightly not clearing screen

  20. Fail49,858 miles (+12,025)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,858 miles
    Test number
    944275120141
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteFront wipers slightly not clearing screen

  21. Pass37,833 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2010
    Odometer
    37,833 miles
    Test number
    723356349112
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  22. Fail37,833 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,833 miles
    Test number
    733516449114
    • Repaired at testCentre Rear Lower Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Questions about K25 SMW

Does K25 SMW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K25 SMW is valid until 15 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on K25 SMW?
The MOT on K25 SMW is valid until 15 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K25 SMW done?
K25 SMW was recorded at 174,023 miles at its MOT on 8 May 2026, an average of 8,035 miles a year.
Has K25 SMW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K25 SMW has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 8 May 2026.
Has the mileage on K25 SMW 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 SMW find?
K25 SMW passed its latest MOT on 8 May 2026 with 2 minor defects and 10 advisories: nearside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; aux belt deteriorated, and 9 more.

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