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Black · Diesel · 2009 · 2,926 cc

K31 RUUMOT history

K31 RUU is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 30 Oct 2009. Its MOT is valid until 3 Apr 2027 and it has passed 14 of 17 MOT tests, with 106,290 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Apr 2026.

K31 RUU black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 3 Apr 2027
Mileage
106,290 mi
At MOT on 3 Apr 2026
MOT tests
17
14 passed · 3 failed
Per year
4,858 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K31 RUU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,926 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
30 Oct 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K31 RUU was last recorded at 106,290 miles on 3 Apr 2026, 8,816 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,474 miles · 4 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
8,816 miles
Average per year
4,858 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 106,290 miles
  • 2025 – 97,474 miles
  • 2024 – 88,437 miles
  • 2023 – 77,932 miles
  • 2022 – 69,803 miles
  • 2021 – 69,803 miles
  • 2019 – 54,765 miles
  • 2018 – 52,817 miles
  • 2017 – 50,967 miles
  • 2016 – 49,264 miles
  • 2015 – 47,800 miles
  • 2014 – 45,827 miles
  • 2013 – 43,706 miles
  • 2012 – 40,560 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass106,290 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (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 Brake hose slightly twisted

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Parking brake poor n/s/r

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam

    Major2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

17 tests since 21 Sept 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass106,290 miles (+8,816)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    106,290 miles
    Test number
    252874552778
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass97,474 miles (+9,037)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    97,474 miles
    Test number
    147991173468
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

  3. Pass88,437 miles (+10,505)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    88,437 miles
    Test number
    984282115385
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  4. Pass77,932 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    77,932 miles
    Test number
    698846886179
    • AdvisoryParking brake poor n/s/r

  5. Fail77,932 miles (+3)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,932 miles
    Test number
    415014167504
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryParking brake poor n/s/r

  6. Fail77,929 miles (+8,126)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,929 miles
    Test number
    673980710070
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt missing clasp (7.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryParking brake poor n/s/r

  7. Pass69,803 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    69,803 miles
    Test number
    270060925124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail69,803 miles (+13,716)1 dangerous5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,803 miles
    Test number
    706741338708
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass56,087 miles (+1,322)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    56,087 miles
    Test number
    840155287538

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass54,765 miles (+1,948)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    54,765 miles
    Test number
    791157213437

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass52,817 miles (+1,850)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    52,817 miles
    Test number
    579793917726

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass50,967 miles (+1,703)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    50,967 miles
    Test number
    286057392576

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass49,264 miles (+1,464)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    49,264 miles
    Test number
    230547320707

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass47,800 miles (+1,973)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    47,800 miles
    Test number
    329820134552

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass45,827 miles (+2,121)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    45,827 miles
    Test number
    579177844206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass43,706 miles (+3,146)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    43,706 miles
    Test number
    388876643485

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass40,560 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    40,560 miles
    Test number
    608635862248
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Questions about K31 RUU

Does K31 RUU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K31 RUU is valid until 3 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on K31 RUU?
The MOT on K31 RUU is valid until 3 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K31 RUU done?
K31 RUU was recorded at 106,290 miles at its MOT on 3 Apr 2026, an average of 4,858 miles a year.
Has K31 RUU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K31 RUU has failed 3 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on K31 RUU 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 RUU find?
K31 RUU passed its latest MOT on 3 Apr 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; offside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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