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BMW Z3

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 1,895 cc

K25 TKAMOT history

K25 TKA is a blue petrol BMW Z3 first used on 29 Jan 1998. Its MOT expired on 8 Sept 2025 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 130,012 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Sept 2024.

K25 TKA blue BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 8 Sept 2025
Mileage
130,012 mi
At MOT on 9 Sept 2024
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,527 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K25 TKA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
29 Jan 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Sept 2025
Latest MOT test
9 Sept 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

K25 TKA was last recorded at 130,012 miles on 9 Sept 2024, 2,670 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Aug 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
127,342 miles · 11 Aug 2023
Between the last two tests
2,670 miles
Average per year
4,527 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 130,012 miles
  • 2023 – 127,342 miles
  • 2022 – 118,963 miles
  • 2021 – 107,436 miles
  • 2020 – 106,393 miles
  • 2019 – 105,360 miles
  • 2018 – 104,272 miles
  • 2017 – 102,823 miles
  • 2016 – 101,693 miles
  • 2015 – 92,299 miles
  • 2014 – 83,382 miles
  • 2013 – 78,038 miles
  • 2012 – 74,934 miles
  • 2011 – 72,642 miles
  • 2010 – 69,549 miles
  • 2009 – 64,501 miles
  • 2008 – 57,780 miles
  • 2007 – 53,300 miles
  • 2006 – 45,995 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass130,012 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryBrake warning lamp on

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 Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2016

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Horn not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

28 tests since 18 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass130,012 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    130,012 miles
    Test number
    409253339484
    • AdvisoryBrake warning lamp on

  2. Fail130,008 miles (+2,666)8 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,008 miles
    Test number
    429871840032
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake warning lamp on

  3. Pass127,342 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    127,342 miles
    Test number
    846935211168
    • MinorBrake warning device malfunctioning or defective Warning lamp on (1.1.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail127,338 miles (+8,375)4 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,338 miles
    Test number
    338640551133
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorBrake warning device malfunctioning or defective Warning lamp on (1.1.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass118,963 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    118,963 miles
    Test number
    228457800341

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail118,963 miles (+11,527)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,963 miles
    Test number
    753752709995
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass107,436 miles (+1,043)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    107,436 miles
    Test number
    303865542844

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass106,393 miles (+1,033)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    106,393 miles
    Test number
    453805278509
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass105,360 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    105,360 miles
    Test number
    177154466858

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail105,360 miles (+1,088)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,360 miles
    Test number
    583101185806
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  11. Pass104,272 miles (+1,449)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    104,272 miles
    Test number
    705395099023
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Pass102,823 miles (+1,130)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    102,823 miles
    Test number
    475269998751

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass101,693 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    101,693 miles
    Test number
    403389512766
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded all (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryAdvise front and rear brake discs corroded
    • AdvisoryAdvise rear exhaust deteriorated

  14. Fail101,691 miles (+1,015)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,691 miles
    Test number
    809961026728
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded all (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryAdvise front and rear brake discs corroded
    • AdvisoryAdvise rear exhaust deteriorated

  15. Pass100,676 miles (+3)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2017
    Odometer
    100,676 miles
    Test number
    170506660537
    • AdvisoryEXHAUST SYSTEM DETERIORATED
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened CORRODED (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened CORRODED (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened CORRODED (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened CORRODED (3.5.1i)

  16. Fail100,673 miles (+8,374)3 failures9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,673 miles
    Test number
    619053923600
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryEXHAUST SYSTEM DETERIORATED
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened CORRODED (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened CORRODED (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened CORRODED (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened CORRODED (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass92,299 miles (+8,917)8 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    92,299 miles
    Test number
    756348195084
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteRear silencer deteriorated.

  18. Pass83,382 miles (+5,344)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    83,382 miles
    Test number
    949130484051
    • NoteExhaust system corroded

  19. Pass78,038 miles6 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    78,038 miles
    Test number
    125839403197
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteCorroded exhaust
    • NoteN/s/front tyre worn inside edge
    • NoteSmall chips in front screen

  20. Fail78,038 miles (+3,104)2 repaired6 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,038 miles
    Test number
    958389403137
    • Repaired at testDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteCorroded exhaust
    • NoteN/s/front tyre worn inside edge
    • NoteSmall chips in front screen

  21. Pass74,934 miles (+2,292)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    74,934 miles
    Test number
    947361802165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass72,642 miles (+3,093)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    72,642 miles
    Test number
    519310071061
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteFront tyres have perished sidewalls

  23. Pass69,549 miles (+5,048)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    69,549 miles
    Test number
    331688270039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass64,501 miles (+6,721)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    64,501 miles
    Test number
    270129399017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass57,780 miles (+4,480)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    57,780 miles
    Test number
    134307058085
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  26. Pass53,300 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    53,300 miles
    Test number
    163272537064
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Fail53,300 miles (+7,305)1 failure3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,300 miles
    Test number
    674032337047
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  28. Pass45,995 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    45,995 miles
    Test number
    220459346072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K25 TKA

Does K25 TKA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on K25 TKA expired on 8 Sept 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on K25 TKA?
The MOT on K25 TKA expired on 8 Sept 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has K25 TKA done?
K25 TKA was recorded at 130,012 miles at its MOT on 9 Sept 2024, an average of 4,527 miles a year.
Has K25 TKA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K25 TKA has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on K25 TKA 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 TKA find?
K25 TKA passed its latest MOT on 9 Sept 2024 with 1 advisory: brake warning lamp on.

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