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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Petrol · 2004 · 2,979 cc

K30 NTNMOT history

K30 NTN is a grey petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 1 Sept 2004. Its MOT is valid until 29 May 2027 and it has passed 20 of 27 MOT tests, with 129,134 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 May 2026.

K30 NTN 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 29 May 2027
Mileage
129,134 mi
At MOT on 30 May 2026
MOT tests
27
20 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,884 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K30 NTN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
1 Sept 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 May 2027
Latest MOT test
30 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K30 NTN was last recorded at 129,134 miles on 30 May 2026, 1,959 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
127,175 miles · 25 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
1,959 miles
Average per year
5,884 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 129,134 miles
  • 2025 – 127,175 miles
  • 2024 – 125,778 miles
  • 2023 – 125,011 miles
  • 2022 – 124,152 miles
  • 2021 – 121,098 miles
  • 2020 – 118,631 miles
  • 2019 – 114,984 miles
  • 2018 – 108,263 miles
  • 2017 – 100,256 miles
  • 2016 – 99,674 miles
  • 2015 – 89,899 miles
  • 2014 – 84,053 miles
  • 2013 – 73,792 miles
  • 2012 – 62,796 miles
  • 2011 – 52,265 miles
  • 2010 – 41,213 miles
  • 2009 – 31,743 miles
  • 2008 – 25,151 miles
  • 2007 – 18,721 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass129,134 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2010

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

  • Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

Full MOT history

27 tests since 24 Aug 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass129,134 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2027
    Odometer
    129,134 miles
    Test number
    214576421853
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail129,134 miles (+1,959)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,134 miles
    Test number
    222608931520
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass127,175 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    127,175 miles
    Test number
    894910085763
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail127,168 miles (+1,390)2 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,168 miles
    Test number
    558038305681
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass125,778 miles (+767)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    125,778 miles
    Test number
    482477751245
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass125,011 miles (+859)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    125,011 miles
    Test number
    987118836227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass124,152 miles (+3,054)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    124,152 miles
    Test number
    265812397654

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass121,098 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    121,098 miles
    Test number
    566879296967

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail121,098 miles (+2,467)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,098 miles
    Test number
    637694905867
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

  10. Pass118,631 miles (+3,647)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    118,631 miles
    Test number
    763712710068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass114,984 miles (+6,721)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    114,984 miles
    Test number
    117224998650

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass108,263 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    108,263 miles
    Test number
    446097566197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail108,263 miles (+8,007)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,263 miles
    Test number
    161885320769
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass100,256 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    100,256 miles
    Test number
    406829611720

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail100,256 miles (+582)1 dangerous3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,256 miles
    Test number
    426547662932
    • DangerousOffside Front brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  16. Pass99,674 miles (+9,775)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2017
    Odometer
    99,674 miles
    Test number
    983864940780
    • AdvisoryFull under trays fitted

  17. Pass89,899 miles (+5,846)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    89,899 miles
    Test number
    884976119230
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass84,053 miles (+10,261)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    84,053 miles
    Test number
    886013084204
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOsf tyre bald on inner edge

  19. Pass73,792 miles (+10,996)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    73,792 miles
    Test number
    718308083284
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass62,796 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    62,796 miles
    Test number
    489917392253
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteN/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

  21. Fail62,796 miles (+10,531)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,796 miles
    Test number
    938107092265
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteN/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

  22. Pass52,265 miles (+11,052)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    52,265 miles
    Test number
    157483091277
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass41,213 miles (+62)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    41,213 miles
    Test number
    490627680242
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteDamage to offside front arch liner
    • NoteFront contol arm brackets weak

  24. Fail41,151 miles (+9,408)3 failures3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,151 miles
    Test number
    781755780213
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
    • NoteDamage to offside front arch liner
    • NoteFront contol arm brackets weak

  25. Pass31,743 miles (+6,592)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    31,743 miles
    Test number
    960274499279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass25,151 miles (+6,430)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    25,151 miles
    Test number
    730143788247
    • NoteO/s and n/s front tyres side walls damaged

  27. Pass18,721 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    18,721 miles
    Test number
    801396237276
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about K30 NTN

Does K30 NTN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K30 NTN is valid until 29 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on K30 NTN?
The MOT on K30 NTN is valid until 29 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K30 NTN done?
K30 NTN was recorded at 129,134 miles at its MOT on 30 May 2026, an average of 5,884 miles a year.
Has K30 NTN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K30 NTN has failed 7 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 30 May 2026.
Has the mileage on K30 NTN 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 K30 NTN find?
K30 NTN passed its latest MOT on 30 May 2026 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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