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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Diesel · 2011 · 1,995 cc

K29 SYYMOT history

K29 SYY is a blue diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 1 Sept 2011. Its MOT is valid until 28 Jan 2027 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 143,825 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jan 2026.

K29 SYY blue 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 28 Jan 2027
Mileage
143,825 mi
At MOT on 29 Jan 2026
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
9,978 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K29 SYY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
1 Sept 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K29 SYY was last recorded at 143,825 miles on 29 Jan 2026, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
143,820 miles · 23 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
9,978 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 143,825 miles
  • 2024 – 131,190 miles
  • 2023 – 128,134 miles
  • 2022 – 119,278 miles
  • 2021 – 99,676 miles
  • 2020 – 95,810 miles
  • 2019 – 82,948 miles
  • 2018 – 70,921 miles
  • 2017 – 59,112 miles
  • 2016 – 49,323 miles
  • 2015 – 40,038 miles
  • 2014 – 28,870 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass143,825 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2026

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2026

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Front Exhaust mounting defective flexible section damaged/weak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

16 tests since 23 Jul 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass143,825 miles (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    143,825 miles
    Test number
    600281544941
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail143,820 miles (+12,630)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,820 miles
    Test number
    394837847090
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass131,190 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    131,190 miles
    Test number
    613352328018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail131,188 miles (+3,054)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,188 miles
    Test number
    828070984776
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  5. Pass128,134 miles1 minor14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    128,134 miles
    Test number
    676183186088
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective flexible section damaged/weak (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryService brake fluctuating, but not excessively all service brakes fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryHead lamps cannot be switched off while car is running

  6. Fail128,134 miles (+8,856)10 major1 minor14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,134 miles
    Test number
    345719328383
    • MajorAll direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Headlamp not working on main beam both sides (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Position lamp not working both sides (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective flexible section damaged/weak (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryService brake fluctuating, but not excessively all service brakes fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryHead lamps cannot be switched off while car is running

  7. Pass119,278 miles (+19,602)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    119,278 miles
    Test number
    201629747965
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Pass99,676 miles (+3,866)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    99,676 miles
    Test number
    199101868913

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass95,810 miles (+12,862)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    95,810 miles
    Test number
    460966067196
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass82,948 miles (+69)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    82,948 miles
    Test number
    937660554227
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/45r17. (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail82,879 miles (+11,958)2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,879 miles
    Test number
    440012741564
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 255/40r17. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 255/40r17. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/45r17. (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass70,921 miles (+11,809)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    70,921 miles
    Test number
    715113784551
    • AdvisoryADVISE - O/S/F TYRE WORN TO 3mm
    • AdvisoryADVISE - O/S/R TYRE WORN TO 3mm
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass59,112 miles (+9,789)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    59,112 miles
    Test number
    569385362188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass49,323 miles (+9,285)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    49,323 miles
    Test number
    604420658546

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass40,038 miles (+11,168)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    40,038 miles
    Test number
    551230154716

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass28,870 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    28,870 miles
    Test number
    615994904289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K29 SYY

Does K29 SYY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K29 SYY is valid until 28 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on K29 SYY?
The MOT on K29 SYY is valid until 28 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 SYY done?
K29 SYY was recorded at 143,825 miles at its MOT on 29 Jan 2026, an average of 9,978 miles a year.
Has K29 SYY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K29 SYY has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on K29 SYY 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 SYY find?
K29 SYY passed its latest MOT on 29 Jan 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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