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BMW M3

Grey · Petrol · 2003 · 3,246 cc

K31 LJRMOT history

K31 LJR is a grey petrol BMW M3 first used on 1 Mar 2003. Its MOT is valid until 8 Dec 2026 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 100,617 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Dec 2025.

K31 LJR 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 8 Dec 2026
Mileage
100,617 mi
At MOT on 3 Dec 2025
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,902 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K31 LJR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
M3
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,246 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
1 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
3 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

K31 LJR was last recorded at 100,617 miles on 3 Dec 2025, 2,098 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
98,519 miles · 9 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
2,098 miles
Average per year
3,902 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 100,617 miles
  • 2024 – 98,519 miles
  • 2018 – 95,663 miles
  • 2017 – 93,575 miles
  • 2016 – 92,925 miles
  • 2015 – 92,441 miles
  • 2014 – 84,400 miles
  • 2013 – 83,244 miles
  • 2012 – 77,593 miles
  • 2011 – 70,515 miles
  • 2010 – 65,150 miles
  • 2009 – 59,143 miles
  • 2008 – 49,778 miles
  • 2007 – 45,293 miles
  • 2006 – 33,538 miles
  • 2005 – 22,269 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass100,617 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryVery little reserve travel on handbrake lever

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 Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Brake Splash plate insecure

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

22 tests since 4 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass100,617 miles (+2,098)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    100,617 miles
    Test number
    806078525438
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryVery little reserve travel on handbrake lever

  2. Pass98,519 miles (+2)13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    98,519 miles
    Test number
    190330486828
    • AdvisoryHandbrake lever reserve travel requirements only just met, indicates repair or adjustment maybe necessary
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Shoulder Wear (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake Splash plate insecure
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTPMS Warning Lamp on
    • AdvisoryUndertrays & Covers in Situ at time of test, preventing full inspecting of some testable items

  3. Fail98,517 miles (+2,854)8 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,517 miles
    Test number
    825249504377
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective Fuel Cap Seal Split (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative Sensor Arm Connecting Bracket Fractured on Offside Suspension Arm (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded Centre Main, up behind Nearside Rear Plastic Cover (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported Up Above Rear Axle (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Shoulder Wear (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake Splash plate insecure
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Crossbrace Centre Bolt Missing
    • AdvisoryTPMS Warning Lamp on
    • AdvisoryUndertrays & Covers in Situ at time of test, preventing full inspecting of some testable items

  4. Pass95,663 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    95,663 miles
    Test number
    519262166378
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))

  5. Fail95,663 miles (+2,088)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,663 miles
    Test number
    598449528400
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))

  6. Pass93,575 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    93,575 miles
    Test number
    919036566896

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail93,572 miles (+647)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,572 miles
    Test number
    699065092952
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  8. Pass92,925 miles (+484)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    92,925 miles
    Test number
    190725776855
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  9. Pass92,441 miles (+5,501)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    92,441 miles
    Test number
    450559206543

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass86,940 miles (+2,540)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    86,940 miles
    Test number
    319911655073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass84,400 miles (+1,156)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    84,400 miles
    Test number
    578665354009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass83,244 miles (+5,651)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    83,244 miles
    Test number
    476527453083
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  13. Pass77,593 miles (+7,078)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    77,593 miles
    Test number
    555175912145
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass70,515 miles (+5,365)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    70,515 miles
    Test number
    968276511164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass65,150 miles (+6,007)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    65,150 miles
    Test number
    231286300135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass59,143 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    59,143 miles
    Test number
    280844919199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail59,143 miles (+9,365)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,143 miles
    Test number
    292720319470
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass49,778 miles (+4,485)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    49,778 miles
    Test number
    992373418187
    • NoteOffside freont tyre has a slight cut to the rim protector not deep or through to cords nor dangerous at time of test

  19. Pass45,293 miles (+11,755)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    45,293 miles
    Test number
    994874407356

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass33,538 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    33,538 miles
    Test number
    181990596259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail33,538 miles (+11,269)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,538 miles
    Test number
    952169186250
    • FailureFront Horn not working (1.6.2a)

  22. Pass22,269 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    22,269 miles
    Test number
    772378205315

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K31 LJR

Does K31 LJR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K31 LJR is valid until 8 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on K31 LJR?
The MOT on K31 LJR is valid until 8 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 LJR done?
K31 LJR was recorded at 100,617 miles at its MOT on 3 Dec 2025, an average of 3,902 miles a year.
Has K31 LJR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K31 LJR has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on K31 LJR 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 LJR find?
K31 LJR passed its latest MOT on 3 Dec 2025 with 2 advisories: nearside rear service brake binding but not excessively; very little reserve travel on handbrake lever.

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