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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Petrol · 2005 · 1,995 cc

K29 RTKMOT history

K29 RTK is a grey petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 23 Dec 2005. Its MOT is valid until 27 Jan 2027 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 89,862 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Jan 2026.

K29 RTK 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 27 Jan 2027
Mileage
89,862 mi
At MOT on 28 Jan 2026
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,480 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K29 RTK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
23 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K29 RTK was last recorded at 89,862 miles on 28 Jan 2026, 4,360 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
85,502 miles · 11 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
4,360 miles
Average per year
4,480 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 89,862 miles
  • 2025 – 85,502 miles
  • 2024 – 82,728 miles
  • 2023 – 81,267 miles
  • 2021 – 70,113 miles
  • 2020 – 62,655 miles
  • 2019 – 52,372 miles
  • 2018 – 50,164 miles
  • 2017 – 46,778 miles
  • 2016 – 43,049 miles
  • 2015 – 38,396 miles
  • 2014 – 35,397 miles
  • 2013 – 33,615 miles
  • 2012 – 30,612 miles
  • 2011 – 26,635 miles
  • 2010 – 21,545 miles
  • 2009 – 17,060 miles
  • 2008 – 13,182 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,862 miles
  • 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))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020

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.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Advise rear windows tinted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both torque reaction arms

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

22 tests since 16 Dec 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass89,862 miles (+4,360)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    89,862 miles
    Test number
    732004631709
    • 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))

  2. Pass85,502 miles (+2,774)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    85,502 miles
    Test number
    762019953747
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass82,728 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    82,728 miles
    Test number
    781878946541
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  4. Fail82,728 miles (+1,461)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,728 miles
    Test number
    519206770153
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  5. Pass81,267 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    81,267 miles
    Test number
    255166612527
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryAdvise rear windows tinted

  6. Fail81,266 miles (+11,153)2 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,266 miles
    Test number
    684688842215
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryAdvise rear windows tinted

  7. Pass70,113 miles (+87)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    70,113 miles
    Test number
    558537471951

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail70,026 miles (+7,371)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,026 miles
    Test number
    498449142036
    • MajorExhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both torque reaction arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass62,655 miles (+10,283)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    62,655 miles
    Test number
    527557439937
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both torque reaction arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass52,372 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    52,372 miles
    Test number
    482657659626
    • AdvisoryENGINE COVER & UNDER TRAYS FITTED

  11. Fail52,372 miles (+2,208)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,372 miles
    Test number
    674035959303
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryENGINE COVER & UNDER TRAYS FITTED

  12. Pass50,164 miles (+3,386)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    50,164 miles
    Test number
    228835791960

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass46,778 miles (+3,729)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    46,778 miles
    Test number
    150684105448

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass43,049 miles (+4,653)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    43,049 miles
    Test number
    338583193690

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass38,396 miles (+2,999)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    38,396 miles
    Test number
    277265345124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass35,397 miles (+1,782)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    35,397 miles
    Test number
    957304454366

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass33,615 miles (+3,003)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    33,615 miles
    Test number
    679828543316

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass30,612 miles (+3,977)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    30,612 miles
    Test number
    468794552417
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass26,635 miles (+5,090)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    26,635 miles
    Test number
    507191251324

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass21,545 miles (+4,485)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    21,545 miles
    Test number
    990058250303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass17,060 miles (+3,878)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    17,060 miles
    Test number
    132812859397

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass13,182 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    13,182 miles
    Test number
    130731458394

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K29 RTK

Does K29 RTK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K29 RTK is valid until 27 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on K29 RTK?
The MOT on K29 RTK is valid until 27 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 RTK done?
K29 RTK was recorded at 89,862 miles at its MOT on 28 Jan 2026, an average of 4,480 miles a year.
Has K29 RTK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K29 RTK has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on K29 RTK 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 RTK find?
K29 RTK passed its latest MOT on 28 Jan 2026 with 2 advisories: offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; oil leak, but not excessive.

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