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BMW 3 Series

Red · Petrol · 1993 · 2,494 cc

K33 LVCMOT history

K33 LVC is a red petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 4 Nov 1993. Its MOT expired on 12 Feb 2020 and it has passed 14 of 18 MOT tests, with 84,711 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jul 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 12 Feb 2020
Mileage
84,711 mi
At MOT on 8 Jul 2022
MOT tests
18
14 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,995 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K33 LVC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
4 Nov 1993
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Feb 2020
Latest MOT test
8 Jul 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

K33 LVC was last recorded at 84,711 miles on 8 Jul 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 8 Jul 2022: 84,711 miles, lower than 89,925 miles on 30 Jan 2019.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
89,925 miles · 30 Jan 2019
Average per year
1,995 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 84,711 miles
  • 2019 – 89,925 miles
  • 2018 – 80,447 miles
  • 2017 – 78,071 miles
  • 2016 – 76,927 miles
  • 2015 – 75,175 miles
  • 2014 – 72,940 miles
  • 2013 – 70,601 miles
  • 2012 – 67,239 miles
  • 2011 – 63,929 miles
  • 2010 – 61,949 miles
  • 2009 – 59,635 miles
  • 2008 – 55,752 miles
  • 2007 – 53,679 miles
  • 2006 – 51,993 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail84,711 miles
  • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))
  • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorFront Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))
  • MajorFuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • MajorRear Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))
  • MajorSteering wheel has movement relative to the column indicating looseness (2.2.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2015

Full MOT history

18 tests since 13 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail84,711 miles (-5,214)1 dangerous18 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,711 miles
    Test number
    551501454943
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))
    • MajorSteering wheel has movement relative to the column indicating looseness (2.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  2. Pass89,925 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    89,925 miles
    Test number
    681449783310
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryO/s front door / window in poor condition
    • AdvisoryO/s headlight damp
    • AdvisorySome movement in rubber mounted balljoints

  3. Fail89,925 miles (+9,478)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,925 miles
    Test number
    119221036795
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryO/s front door / window in poor condition
    • AdvisoryO/s headlight damp
    • AdvisorySome movement in rubber mounted balljoints

  4. Pass80,447 miles (+2,376)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    80,447 miles
    Test number
    790440839567
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  5. Pass78,071 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    78,071 miles
    Test number
    991271987513
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryHeadlights damp inside lenses

  6. Fail78,071 miles (+1,144)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,071 miles
    Test number
    899389296531
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryHeadlights damp inside lenses

  7. Pass76,927 miles (+1,752)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    76,927 miles
    Test number
    121453094225
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  8. Pass75,175 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    75,175 miles
    Test number
    807967735046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail75,175 miles (+2,235)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,175 miles
    Test number
    635796535049
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  10. Pass72,940 miles (+2,339)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    72,940 miles
    Test number
    637928534029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass70,601 miles (+3,362)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    70,601 miles
    Test number
    108599833062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass67,239 miles (+3,310)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    67,239 miles
    Test number
    175813232042
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass63,929 miles (+1,980)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    63,929 miles
    Test number
    419343631011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass61,949 miles (+2,314)1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    61,949 miles
    Test number
    773343030008
    • NoteBodyfiller in front of o/s sill

  15. Pass59,635 miles (+3,883)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    59,635 miles
    Test number
    111638229481
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass55,752 miles (+2,073)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    55,752 miles
    Test number
    263127138025
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteSlight movement in o/s and n/s front susp bushes

  17. Pass53,679 miles (+1,686)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    53,679 miles
    Test number
    363174147055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass51,993 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    51,993 miles
    Test number
    421684446001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K33 LVC

Does K33 LVC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on K33 LVC expired on 12 Feb 2020, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on K33 LVC?
The MOT on K33 LVC expired on 12 Feb 2020. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has K33 LVC done?
K33 LVC was recorded at 84,711 miles at its MOT on 8 Jul 2022, an average of 1,995 miles a year.
Has K33 LVC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K33 LVC has failed 4 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jul 2022.
Has the mileage on K33 LVC ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 8 Jul 2022. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on K33 LVC find?
K33 LVC failed its latest MOT on 8 Jul 2022 with 1 dangerous defect and 18 major defects: nearside rear tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; brake performance not tested; exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits, and 16 more.

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