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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Diesel · 2011 · 1,995 cc

K31 CJEMOT history

K31 CJE is a blue diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 4 May 2011. Its MOT is valid until 20 Dec 2026 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 123,912 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Dec 2025.

K31 CJE 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 20 Dec 2026
Mileage
123,912 mi
At MOT on 6 Dec 2025
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
7,992 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K31 CJE
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
4 May 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
6 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

K31 CJE was last recorded at 123,912 miles on 6 Dec 2025, 11,128 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
112,784 miles · 19 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
11,128 miles
Average per year
7,992 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 123,912 miles
  • 2024 – 112,784 miles
  • 2023 – 99,688 miles
  • 2022 – 87,666 miles
  • 2021 – 78,518 miles
  • 2020 – 69,234 miles
  • 2019 – 66,094 miles
  • 2018 – 61,391 miles
  • 2017 – 58,818 miles
  • 2016 – 54,448 miles
  • 2015 – 44,194 miles
  • 2014 – 31,024 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass123,912 miles
  • AdvisoryEXHAUST CLAMP SNAPPED AFTER FLEXI PIPE
  • AdvisoryEXHAUST HEAT SHIELD LOOSERecorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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 Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Exhaust clamp snapped - after flexi pipe

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Nearside and offside slight fluctuation

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Outer sidewall

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Nearside and offside

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass123,912 miles (+11,128)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    123,912 miles
    Test number
    632058986391
    • AdvisoryEXHAUST CLAMP SNAPPED AFTER FLEXI PIPE
    • AdvisoryEXHAUST HEAT SHIELD LOOSE
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass112,784 miles (+264)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    112,784 miles
    Test number
    151334911972
    • AdvisoryExhaust clamp snapped - after flexi pipe
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield loose
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Nearside and offside slight fluctuation (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Nearside and offside (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail112,520 miles (+12,832)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,520 miles
    Test number
    896084842315
    • MajorNearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust clamp snapped - after flexi pipe
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield loose
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Nearside and offside slight fluctuation (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Nearside and offside (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass99,688 miles (+12,022)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    99,688 miles
    Test number
    388309749104
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  5. Pass87,666 miles (+9,148)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    87,666 miles
    Test number
    551546322243
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  6. Pass78,518 miles (+9,284)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    78,518 miles
    Test number
    596520780255
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  7. Pass69,234 miles (+3,140)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    69,234 miles
    Test number
    592073015330

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass66,094 miles (+4,703)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    66,094 miles
    Test number
    519056300676

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass61,391 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2019
    Odometer
    61,391 miles
    Test number
    327996249630

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail116,166 miles (+57,348)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,166 miles
    Test number
    218230352712
    • FailureFront position lamp(s) not working Both sides (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass58,818 miles (+4,370)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2018
    Odometer
    58,818 miles
    Test number
    507392659798
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit nsf,nsr,osr (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass54,448 miles (+10,254)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2017
    Odometer
    54,448 miles
    Test number
    236351040581
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass44,194 miles (+13,170)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2016
    Odometer
    44,194 miles
    Test number
    977864615177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass31,024 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2015
    Odometer
    31,024 miles
    Test number
    369163614102
    • NoteN/s/f tyre has slight wear on inner edge and worn on outer edge
    • NoteO/s/f tyre has slight wear on inner/outer edges

  15. Fail31,024 miles1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,024 miles
    Test number
    456923314122
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre has slight wear on inner edge and worn on outer edge
    • NoteO/s/f tyre has slight wear on inner/outer edges

Questions about K31 CJE

Does K31 CJE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K31 CJE is valid until 20 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on K31 CJE?
The MOT on K31 CJE is valid until 20 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K31 CJE done?
K31 CJE was recorded at 123,912 miles at its MOT on 6 Dec 2025, an average of 7,992 miles a year.
Has K31 CJE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K31 CJE has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on K31 CJE 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 CJE find?
K31 CJE passed its latest MOT on 6 Dec 2025 with 8 advisories: exhaust clamp snapped after flexi pipe; exhaust heat shield loose; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 5 more.

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