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BMW 3 Series

Green · Petrol · 1998 · 2,494 cc

K29 MRWMOT history

K29 MRW is a green petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 31 Dec 1998. Its MOT expired on 1 Jul 2026 and it has passed 18 of 29 MOT tests, with 111,104 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Jul 2025.

K29 MRW green 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 1 Jul 2026
Mileage
111,104 mi
At MOT on 2 Jul 2025
MOT tests
29
18 passed · 11 failed
Per year
2,481 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K29 MRW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
31 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
2 Jul 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

K29 MRW was last recorded at 111,104 miles on 2 Jul 2025, 18 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
111,086 miles · 19 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
18 miles
Average per year
2,481 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 111,104 miles
  • 2024 – 109,845 miles
  • 2023 – 104,840 miles
  • 2021 – 104,301 miles
  • 2020 – 103,486 miles
  • 2019 – 101,008 miles
  • 2018 – 99,578 miles
  • 2017 – 98,599 miles
  • 2016 – 97,950 miles
  • 2014 – 96,600 miles
  • 2013 – 95,472 miles
  • 2012 – 93,847 miles
  • 2011 – 91,302 miles
  • 2010 – 86,847 miles
  • 2009 – 81,224 miles
  • 2008 – 73,430 miles
  • 2007 – 69,521 miles
  • 2006 – 63,025 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass111,104 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2016

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Front and rear suspension items very heavy corroded.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Fuel tank strap missing but still supported with the other two.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Gear box slight seepage.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

29 tests since 15 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass111,104 miles (+18)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    111,104 miles
    Test number
    478272790965
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  2. Fail111,086 miles (+1,241)2 major2 repaired4 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,086 miles
    Test number
    966865856696
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill around jacking point (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  3. Pass109,845 miles (+5,005)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    109,845 miles
    Test number
    249247523925
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component rack & pump (2.1.5 (a))

  4. Pass104,840 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2024
    Odometer
    104,840 miles
    Test number
    508299177484

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail104,840 miles (+539)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,840 miles
    Test number
    407667565392
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (5.2.3 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front BRAKE FLEXI HOSE LOOSE IN BRACKET
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear HANDBRAKE CABLE LOOSE AT BRACKET
    • AdvisoryOffside Front BRAKE HOSE LOOSE IN CLAMP

  6. Pass104,301 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    104,301 miles
    Test number
    641457422937
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension items very heavy corroded.
    • AdvisoryFuel tank strap missing but still supported with the other two.
    • AdvisoryGear box slight seepage.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Drive shaft has a small pin hole but still keeping the dirt out.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Fog light not working.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing side wall perished and edge of tread started to crack and split tyre 23 years old. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Handbrake working but not as good as the other side could to with cleaning and adjusting.
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage Pipes from reservoir. (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Nearside and Offside slightly white. (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear High level brake light couple of bulbs not working.

  7. Fail104,301 miles (+815)3 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,301 miles
    Test number
    994519565090
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken Broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension items very heavy corroded.
    • AdvisoryFuel tank strap missing but still supported with the other two.
    • AdvisoryGear box slight seepage.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Drive shaft has a small pin hole but still keeping the dirt out.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Fog light not working.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing side wall perished and edge of tread started to crack and split tyre 23 years old. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Handbrake working but not as good as the other side could to with cleaning and adjusting.
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage Pipes from reservoir. (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Nearside and Offside slightly white. (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear High level brake light couple of bulbs not working.

  8. Pass103,486 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    103,486 miles
    Test number
    122000844454
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  9. Fail103,486 miles (+2,478)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,486 miles
    Test number
    835084906849
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault ESP (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  10. Pass101,008 miles (+23)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    101,008 miles
    Test number
    692507191691
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail100,985 miles (+1,407)2 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,985 miles
    Test number
    894454679071
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass99,578 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    99,578 miles
    Test number
    792379650819
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryAll tyre sidewalls starting to crack and perrish
    • AdvisoryBoth front headlamps have condensation on lens

  13. Fail99,577 miles (+978)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,577 miles
    Test number
    246076826713
    • FailureExhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.D.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryAll tyre sidewalls starting to crack and perrish
    • AdvisoryBoth front headlamps have condensation on lens

  14. Pass98,599 miles (+649)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    98,599 miles
    Test number
    995348633363
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output condensation (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output condensation (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth front wiper blades worn and split but clearing screen
    • AdvisoryFoot brake and park brake only just met min requirements

  15. Pass97,950 miles (+1,350)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    97,950 miles
    Test number
    531592504002
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass96,600 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    96,600 miles
    Test number
    639878514256
    • AdvisoryCentre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  17. Fail96,600 miles (+1,128)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,600 miles
    Test number
    389026914200
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryCentre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  18. Pass95,472 miles (+1,625)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    95,472 miles
    Test number
    267236653435
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass93,847 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2013
    Odometer
    93,847 miles
    Test number
    257980432109
    • AdvisoryCentre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  20. Fail93,847 miles (+2,545)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,847 miles
    Test number
    709860332172
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryCentre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass91,302 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    91,302 miles
    Test number
    287869141053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail91,302 miles (+4,455)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,302 miles
    Test number
    187548341023
    • FailureOffside Front Lower coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

  23. Pass86,847 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    86,847 miles
    Test number
    840770450072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail86,847 miles (+5,623)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,847 miles
    Test number
    131029240464
    • FailureNearside Rear Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  25. Pass81,224 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    81,224 miles
    Test number
    504795859026
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

  26. Fail81,224 miles (+7,794)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,224 miles
    Test number
    443794459018
    • FailureNearside Rear Parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.D.3a)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.D.3a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

  27. Pass73,430 miles (+3,909)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    73,430 miles
    Test number
    654662058022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass69,521 miles (+6,496)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    69,521 miles
    Test number
    373457447015
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  29. Pass63,025 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    63,025 miles
    Test number
    963386946022
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Questions about K29 MRW

Does K29 MRW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on K29 MRW expired on 1 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on K29 MRW?
The MOT on K29 MRW expired on 1 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has K29 MRW done?
K29 MRW was recorded at 111,104 miles at its MOT on 2 Jul 2025, an average of 2,481 miles a year.
Has K29 MRW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K29 MRW has failed 11 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on K29 MRW 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 MRW find?
K29 MRW passed its latest MOT on 2 Jul 2025 with 3 advisories: nearside front wheel bearing has slight play; offside front integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; offside front wheel bearing has slight play.

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