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BMW 3 Series

Red · Petrol · 1993 · 1,795 cc

K29 VADMOT history

K29 VAD is a red petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 24 Apr 1993. Its MOT is valid until 28 May 2027 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 129,613 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 28 May 2027
Mileage
129,613 mi
At MOT on 29 May 2026
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,584 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K29 VAD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,795 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
24 Apr 1993
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 May 2027
Latest MOT test
29 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K29 VAD was last recorded at 129,613 miles on 29 May 2026, 43 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
129,570 miles · 9 May 2025
Between the last two tests
43 miles
Average per year
1,584 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 129,613 miles
  • 2025 – 129,570 miles
  • 2023 – 128,886 miles
  • 2022 – 127,502 miles
  • 2021 – 126,044 miles
  • 2020 – 126,024 miles
  • 2019 – 125,017 miles
  • 2017 – 122,981 miles
  • 2015 – 118,708 miles
  • 2014 – 113,335 miles
  • 2013 – 105,379 miles
  • 2011 – 105,280 miles
  • 2010 – 105,262 miles
  • 2009 – 105,079 miles
  • 2007 – 104,242 miles
  • 2006 – 98,627 miles
  • 2005 – 96,956 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass129,613 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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 Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

21 tests since 18 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass129,613 miles1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2027
    Odometer
    129,613 miles
    Test number
    688756768786
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail129,613 miles (+43)1 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,613 miles
    Test number
    831837866316
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass129,570 miles (+684)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2026
    Odometer
    129,570 miles
    Test number
    216385366277
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive power steering (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge and cracking (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge and cracking (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass128,886 miles (+1,384)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    128,886 miles
    Test number
    307106788310
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/50 R15 85V (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/50 R15 85V (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass127,502 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    127,502 miles
    Test number
    705435479312
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail127,502 miles (+1,458)4 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,502 miles
    Test number
    617777210178
    • Repaired at testExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass126,044 miles (+20)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    126,044 miles
    Test number
    430172864122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass126,024 miles (+1,007)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    126,024 miles
    Test number
    293220460677

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass125,017 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    125,017 miles
    Test number
    791114409992
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral Under-Body Corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake sticky
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both outer sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  10. Fail125,017 miles (+2,036)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,017 miles
    Test number
    212117043092
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral Under-Body Corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake sticky
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both outer sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  11. Pass122,981 miles (+4,273)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    122,981 miles
    Test number
    412716925737

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass118,708 miles (+5,373)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    118,708 miles
    Test number
    787765758066
    • AdvisoryFront Steering rack gaiter deteriorated Small oil leak ! (2.2.D.2d)

  13. Pass113,335 miles (+7,956)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    113,335 miles
    Test number
    239815964218
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass105,379 miles (+99)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    105,379 miles
    Test number
    375346063434
    • AdvisoryNearside Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass105,280 miles (+18)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2012
    Odometer
    105,280 miles
    Test number
    705682631130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass105,262 miles (+183)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2011
    Odometer
    105,262 miles
    Test number
    234150130403

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass105,079 miles (+837)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2010
    Odometer
    105,079 miles
    Test number
    172836539172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass104,242 miles (+166)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    104,242 miles
    Test number
    201025587112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail104,076 miles (+5,449)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,076 miles
    Test number
    740933277192
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  20. Pass98,627 miles (+1,671)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2007
    Odometer
    98,627 miles
    Test number
    623995736165
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteSlight play in the o/s of the steering rack

  21. Pass96,956 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    96,956 miles
    Test number
    800421995239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K29 VAD

Does K29 VAD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K29 VAD is valid until 28 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on K29 VAD?
The MOT on K29 VAD is valid until 28 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K29 VAD done?
K29 VAD was recorded at 129,613 miles at its MOT on 29 May 2026, an average of 1,584 miles a year.
Has K29 VAD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K29 VAD has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 29 May 2026.
Has the mileage on K29 VAD 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 VAD find?
K29 VAD passed its latest MOT on 29 May 2026 with 1 minor defect and 10 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside front seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed, and 8 more.

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