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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Diesel · 2008 · 2,993 cc

K29 APHMOT history

K29 APH is a grey diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 1 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 15 Jan 2027 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 154,385 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jan 2026.

K29 APH grey BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 15 Jan 2027
Mileage
154,385 mi
At MOT on 16 Jan 2026
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,496 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K29 APH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
1 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K29 APH was last recorded at 154,385 miles on 16 Jan 2026, 3,383 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
151,002 miles · 15 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
3,383 miles
Average per year
6,496 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 154,385 miles
  • 2025 – 151,002 miles
  • 2024 – 148,461 miles
  • 2023 – 145,256 miles
  • 2022 – 141,061 miles
  • 2020 – 136,308 miles
  • 2018 – 125,088 miles
  • 2017 – 114,059 miles
  • 2016 – 108,583 miles
  • 2015 – 102,266 miles
  • 2014 – 96,281 miles
  • 2013 – 89,550 miles
  • 2012 – 82,150 miles
  • 2011 – 57,598 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass154,385 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement forward facing front bush (5.3.4 (a) (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.

  • Front o/s & n/s front lower arms rubber bush bonding slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front shock absorber slightly damp

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

23 tests since 22 Feb 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass154,385 miles (+3,383)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    154,385 miles
    Test number
    561739891423
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement forward facing front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass151,002 miles (+2,541)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    151,002 miles
    Test number
    578659654775

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass148,461 miles (+3,205)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    148,461 miles
    Test number
    268855910776

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass145,256 miles (+4,195)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    145,256 miles
    Test number
    658484032297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass141,061 miles (+4,753)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    141,061 miles
    Test number
    109030544181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass136,308 miles (+4,112)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    136,308 miles
    Test number
    224081531338
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass132,196 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    132,196 miles
    Test number
    153546403621
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  8. Fail132,196 miles (+7,108)1 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,196 miles
    Test number
    495463883653
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorRear Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  9. Pass125,088 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    125,088 miles
    Test number
    994354443988
    • AdvisoryFront o/s & n/s front lower arms rubber bush bonding slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Front shock absorber slightly damp

  10. Fail125,088 miles (+11,029)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,088 miles
    Test number
    676326164021
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner side of tyre (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront o/s & n/s front lower arms rubber bush bonding slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Front shock absorber slightly damp

  11. Pass114,059 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    114,059 miles
    Test number
    645965482100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail114,050 miles (+5,467)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,050 miles
    Test number
    993298216371
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

  13. Pass108,583 miles (+6,317)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    108,583 miles
    Test number
    840040785303
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. hand brake (3.7.B.6b)
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing bon edges
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  14. Pass102,266 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    102,266 miles
    Test number
    247894574512

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail102,266 miles (+5,985)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,266 miles
    Test number
    711190545168
    • Repaired at testOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  16. Pass96,281 miles (+6,731)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    96,281 miles
    Test number
    925278684227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass89,550 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    89,550 miles
    Test number
    915148583262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail89,550 miles (+7,400)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,550 miles
    Test number
    956023283282
    • DangerousNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • DangerousNearside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)

  19. Pass82,150 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    82,150 miles
    Test number
    447939982227
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Fail82,150 miles (+5,219)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,150 miles
    Test number
    856206772216
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass76,931 miles (+19,333)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    76,931 miles
    Test number
    198505862095
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn inner edge

  22. Pass57,598 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    57,598 miles
    Test number
    499573051009
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Fail57,598 miles1 dangerous1 failure1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,598 miles
    Test number
    289133551081
    • DangerousRear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Side repeater insecure (1.4.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about K29 APH

Does K29 APH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K29 APH is valid until 15 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on K29 APH?
The MOT on K29 APH is valid until 15 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K29 APH done?
K29 APH was recorded at 154,385 miles at its MOT on 16 Jan 2026, an average of 6,496 miles a year.
Has K29 APH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K29 APH has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Jan 2020.
Has the mileage on K29 APH 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 K29 APH find?
K29 APH passed its latest MOT on 16 Jan 2026 with 1 advisory: offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement forward facing front bush.

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