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BMW M3

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 3,246 cc

K31 AXXMOT history

K31 AXX is a black petrol BMW M3 first used on 13 Feb 2003. Its MOT is valid until 3 Aug 2027 and it has passed 20 of 23 MOT tests, with 113,308 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Jul 2026.

K31 AXX black 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 3 Aug 2027
Mileage
113,308 mi
At MOT on 21 Jul 2026
MOT tests
23
20 passed · 3 failed
Per year
4,010 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K31 AXX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
M3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,246 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
13 Feb 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K31 AXX was last recorded at 113,308 miles on 21 Jul 2026, 5,632 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
107,676 miles · 24 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
5,632 miles
Average per year
4,010 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 113,308 miles
  • 2025 – 107,676 miles
  • 2024 – 102,155 miles
  • 2023 – 99,979 miles
  • 2022 – 99,948 miles
  • 2019 – 99,205 miles
  • 2018 – 98,696 miles
  • 2017 – 95,556 miles
  • 2016 – 89,156 miles
  • 2015 – 83,384 miles
  • 2014 – 76,455 miles
  • 2013 – 69,412 miles
  • 2012 – 61,226 miles
  • 2011 – 55,170 miles
  • 2010 – 49,328 miles
  • 2009 – 45,393 miles
  • 2008 – 40,525 miles
  • 2007 – 35,931 miles
  • 2006 – 31,543 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass113,308 miles
  • AdvisoryHand brake has only just met minimum requirements ,requires seviceing

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

23 tests since 28 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass113,308 miles (+5,632)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    113,308 miles
    Test number
    967004028372
    • AdvisoryHand brake has only just met minimum requirements ,requires seviceing
  2. Pass107,676 miles (+5,521)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    107,676 miles
    Test number
    861345259571

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass102,155 miles (+2,176)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    102,155 miles
    Test number
    719990721548
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured close to fail (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap washer deteriorated
  4. Pass99,979 miles (+31)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    99,979 miles
    Test number
    309411387299
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn and splitting (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn and splitting (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn and splitting (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn and splitting (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass99,948 miles (+743)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    99,948 miles
    Test number
    215399897896
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • 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 Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • 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))
  6. Pass99,205 miles (+509)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    99,205 miles
    Test number
    509885341858
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  7. Pass98,696 miles (+3,140)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    98,696 miles
    Test number
    366810239495
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  8. Pass95,556 miles (+2,009)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    95,556 miles
    Test number
    643672381112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass93,547 miles (+4,391)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    93,547 miles
    Test number
    625857609080
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
  10. Pass89,156 miles (+51)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    89,156 miles
    Test number
    630820577631

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail89,105 miles (+5,721)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,105 miles
    Test number
    652290377922
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
  12. Pass83,384 miles (+6,929)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    83,384 miles
    Test number
    896081065052
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)
  13. Pass76,455 miles (+7,043)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    76,455 miles
    Test number
    499859654034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass69,412 miles (+8,186)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    69,412 miles
    Test number
    205130663024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass61,226 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    61,226 miles
    Test number
    575417542037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail61,220 miles (+6,050)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,220 miles
    Test number
    925177542082
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteHeadlight leveling sensor broken
  17. Pass55,170 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    55,170 miles
    Test number
    799811661048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail55,170 miles (+5,842)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,170 miles
    Test number
    777949551060
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRegistration plate fitted to the front does not have black characters on a white background (6.3.2a)
    • FailureRegistration plate fitted to the rear does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)
  19. Pass49,328 miles (+3,935)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    49,328 miles
    Test number
    763853660004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass45,393 miles (+4,868)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    45,393 miles
    Test number
    662593369034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass40,525 miles (+4,594)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    40,525 miles
    Test number
    212541368033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass35,931 miles (+4,388)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    35,931 miles
    Test number
    902195367000
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  23. Pass31,543 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    31,543 miles
    Test number
    923539756089
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 K31 AXX

Does K31 AXX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K31 AXX is valid until 3 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on K31 AXX?
The MOT on K31 AXX is valid until 3 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K31 AXX done?
K31 AXX was recorded at 113,308 miles at its MOT on 21 Jul 2026, an average of 4,010 miles a year.
Has K31 AXX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K31 AXX has failed 3 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Feb 2016.
Has the mileage on K31 AXX 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 K31 AXX find?
K31 AXX passed its latest MOT on 21 Jul 2026 with 1 advisory: hand brake has only just met minimum requirements ,requires seviceing.

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