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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Diesel · 2005 · 1,995 cc

K25 SULMOT history

K25 SUL is a blue diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 29 Sept 2005. Its MOT expired on 22 Oct 2023 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 118,892 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Sept 2022.

K25 SUL blue 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 22 Oct 2023
Mileage
118,892 mi
At MOT on 28 Sept 2022
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,392 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K25 SUL
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
29 Sept 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Oct 2023
Latest MOT test
28 Sept 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

K25 SUL was last recorded at 118,892 miles on 28 Sept 2022, 5,945 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Oct 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
112,947 miles · 22 Oct 2021
Between the last two tests
5,945 miles
Average per year
7,392 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 118,892 miles
  • 2021 – 112,947 miles
  • 2020 – 106,921 miles
  • 2019 – 101,019 miles
  • 2018 – 100,873 miles
  • 2017 – 90,859 miles
  • 2016 – 82,284 miles
  • 2015 – 78,783 miles
  • 2014 – 65,593 miles
  • 2013 – 62,908 miles
  • 2012 – 56,753 miles
  • 2011 – 51,237 miles
  • 2010 – 40,612 miles
  • 2009 – 27,898 miles
  • 2008 – 15,307 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass118,892 miles
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced general under body (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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 Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass118,892 miles (+5,945)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    118,892 miles
    Test number
    796443860281
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced general under body (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass112,947 miles (+6,026)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    112,947 miles
    Test number
    813964084818

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass106,921 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    106,921 miles
    Test number
    880226614656
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear subframe corroded

  4. Fail106,921 miles (+5,902)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,921 miles
    Test number
    669546179414
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear subframe corroded

  5. Pass101,019 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    101,019 miles
    Test number
    116410874879
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  6. Fail101,019 miles (+146)2 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,019 miles
    Test number
    474661669395
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass100,873 miles (+10,014)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    100,873 miles
    Test number
    491101251312
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both front (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower arm rear bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryAftermarket suspension fitted
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres wearing on inner edges

  8. Pass90,859 miles (+8,575)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    90,859 miles
    Test number
    455982941528

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass82,284 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    82,284 miles
    Test number
    260630184824

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail82,278 miles (+3,495)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,278 miles
    Test number
    869984423665
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  11. Pass78,783 miles (+13,190)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    78,783 miles
    Test number
    803675492419
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Rear exhaust heatsheild insecure

  12. Pass65,593 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    65,593 miles
    Test number
    969670334285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail65,593 miles (+2,685)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,593 miles
    Test number
    976037824222
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • NoteExhaust centre mount not attached

  14. Pass62,908 miles (+6,155)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    62,908 miles
    Test number
    747984283217
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass56,753 miles (+41)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    56,753 miles
    Test number
    919102582212
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside parking brake low

  16. Fail56,712 miles (+5,475)4 failures7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,712 miles
    Test number
    119649072254
    • FailureFront registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRear registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)
    • NoteOffside parking brake low

  17. Pass51,237 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    51,237 miles
    Test number
    427133881263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail51,229 miles (+10,617)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,229 miles
    Test number
    696888271216
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  19. Pass40,612 miles (+12,714)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    40,612 miles
    Test number
    353240070433
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Pass27,898 miles (+12,591)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    27,898 miles
    Test number
    170648179214
    • AdvisoryOffside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  21. Pass15,307 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    15,307 miles
    Test number
    783507568216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K25 SUL

Does K25 SUL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on K25 SUL expired on 22 Oct 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on K25 SUL?
The MOT on K25 SUL expired on 22 Oct 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has K25 SUL done?
K25 SUL was recorded at 118,892 miles at its MOT on 28 Sept 2022, an average of 7,392 miles a year.
Has K25 SUL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K25 SUL has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Oct 2020.
Has the mileage on K25 SUL 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 SUL find?
K25 SUL passed its latest MOT on 28 Sept 2022 with 1 advisory: integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced general under body.

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