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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 1992 · 2,494 cc

K31 ORKMOT history

K31 ORK is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 17 Aug 1992. Its MOT expired on 12 Jul 2023 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 72,880 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Jul 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 12 Jul 2023
Mileage
72,880 mi
At MOT on 11 Jul 2022
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,799 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K31 ORK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1992
First used
17 Aug 1992
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Jul 2023
Latest MOT test
11 Jul 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

K31 ORK was last recorded at 72,880 miles on 11 Jul 2022, 601 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jul 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
72,279 miles · 13 Jul 2021
Between the last two tests
601 miles
Average per year
1,799 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 72,880 miles
  • 2021 – 72,279 miles
  • 2019 – 70,389 miles
  • 2018 – 68,741 miles
  • 2017 – 67,051 miles
  • 2016 – 65,147 miles
  • 2015 – 63,205 miles
  • 2014 – 61,347 miles
  • 2013 – 59,053 miles
  • 2012 – 56,859 miles
  • 2011 – 54,867 miles
  • 2010 – 52,783 miles
  • 2009 – 50,457 miles
  • 2008 – 48,373 miles
  • 2007 – 46,368 miles
  • 2006 – 44,145 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass72,880 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill/wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive differential (8.4.1 (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.

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

21 tests since 20 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass72,880 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    72,880 miles
    Test number
    288064875266
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill/wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail72,880 miles (+601)1 repaired1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,880 miles
    Test number
    999399339614
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill/wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass72,279 miles (+1,890)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    72,279 miles
    Test number
    126771007247
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material slight corrossion (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear diff input shaft seal leaking oil

  4. Pass70,389 miles (+1,648)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    70,389 miles
    Test number
    825488474460
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material into 1st hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material section between hoses (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material section between hoses (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass68,741 miles (+1,690)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    68,741 miles
    Test number
    283075249831

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass67,051 miles (+1,904)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    67,051 miles
    Test number
    570486912116
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  7. Pass65,147 miles (+52)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    65,147 miles
    Test number
    222594427883
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  8. Fail65,095 miles (+1,890)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,095 miles
    Test number
    942290255682
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 205 60 15 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  9. Pass63,205 miles (+27)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    63,205 miles
    Test number
    496207895123
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  10. Fail63,178 miles (+1,831)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,178 miles
    Test number
    617020295114
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  11. Pass61,347 miles (+2,294)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    61,347 miles
    Test number
    299059584421

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass59,053 miles (+2,194)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    59,053 miles
    Test number
    547911793123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass56,859 miles (+1,992)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    56,859 miles
    Test number
    116621792197
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  14. Fail54,867 miles3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,867 miles
    Test number
    308156591107
    • Repaired at testFuel hose leaking (7.2.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass54,867 miles (+2,084)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    54,867 miles
    Test number
    738856391196
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Pass52,783 miles (+2,326)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    52,783 miles
    Test number
    320867880163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass50,457 miles (+2,084)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    50,457 miles
    Test number
    300251399134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass48,373 miles (+2,005)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    48,373 miles
    Test number
    471044698184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail46,368 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,368 miles
    Test number
    410421897161
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

  20. Pass46,368 miles (+2,223)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    46,368 miles
    Test number
    643271997178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass44,145 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    44,145 miles
    Test number
    303941906203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K31 ORK

Does K31 ORK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on K31 ORK expired on 12 Jul 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on K31 ORK?
The MOT on K31 ORK expired on 12 Jul 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has K31 ORK done?
K31 ORK was recorded at 72,880 miles at its MOT on 11 Jul 2022, an average of 1,799 miles a year.
Has K31 ORK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K31 ORK has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Jul 2022.
Has the mileage on K31 ORK 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 ORK find?
K31 ORK passed its latest MOT on 11 Jul 2022 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: nearside track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 4 more.

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