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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,796 cc

K33 RCDMOT history

K33 RCD is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 9 Dec 2003. Its MOT is valid until 1 Nov 2026 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 81,449 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Oct 2025.

K33 RCD blue BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 1 Nov 2026
Mileage
81,449 mi
At MOT on 27 Oct 2025
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,628 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K33 RCD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
9 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
27 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

K33 RCD was last recorded at 81,449 miles on 27 Oct 2025, 4,299 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
77,150 miles · 8 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
4,299 miles
Average per year
3,628 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 81,449 miles
  • 2024 – 77,150 miles
  • 2023 – 72,684 miles
  • 2022 – 68,147 miles
  • 2021 – 62,528 miles
  • 2020 – 55,095 miles
  • 2019 – 51,856 miles
  • 2018 – 46,005 miles
  • 2017 – 41,016 miles
  • 2016 – 33,042 miles
  • 2015 – 26,644 miles
  • 2013 – 25,596 miles
  • 2012 – 23,823 miles
  • 2011 – 22,610 miles
  • 2010 – 21,422 miles
  • 2009 – 19,924 miles
  • 2008 – 18,376 miles
  • 2007 – 14,991 miles
  • 2006 – 12,761 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass81,449 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inner (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 9 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust corroded (6.1.2 (a))
  • 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.

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2017

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Fuel cap seal perished

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass81,449 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    81,449 miles
    Test number
    382377585143
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inner (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail81,449 miles (+4,299)1 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,449 miles
    Test number
    821770858527
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inner (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass77,150 miles (+55)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    77,150 miles
    Test number
    891591887286
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail77,095 miles (+4,411)1 dangerous1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,095 miles
    Test number
    175317397812
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass72,684 miles (+4,537)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    72,684 miles
    Test number
    630191613299
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass68,147 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    68,147 miles
    Test number
    861089640213
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perished

  7. Fail68,141 miles (+5,613)2 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,141 miles
    Test number
    446131917660
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perished

  8. Pass62,528 miles (+7,433)3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    62,528 miles
    Test number
    132087151747
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass55,095 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    55,095 miles
    Test number
    508674497132
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light on

  10. Fail55,905 miles (+4,049)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,905 miles
    Test number
    287544005908
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Rear arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light on

  11. Pass51,856 miles (+5,851)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    51,856 miles
    Test number
    284233261717
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass46,005 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    46,005 miles
    Test number
    892583993460
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Fail46,005 miles (+4,989)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,005 miles
    Test number
    161702654015
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 225/50/16 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre too close to edge for repair 225/50/16
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  14. Pass41,016 miles (+7)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    41,016 miles
    Test number
    876825287588
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  15. Fail41,009 miles (+7,967)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,009 miles
    Test number
    430870799553
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe leaking due to corrosion marked with white chalk (3.6.A.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  16. Pass33,042 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    33,042 miles
    Test number
    523519349256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail33,033 miles (+6,389)4 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,033 miles
    Test number
    128927734809
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure age related (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure age related (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure age related (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre perished on sidewall

  18. Pass26,644 miles (+1,048)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    26,644 miles
    Test number
    505685685057
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension weakened but no possibility of the body or a component fouling a road wheel (2.4.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

  19. Pass25,596 miles (+1,773)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    25,596 miles
    Test number
    418580133421

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass23,823 miles (+27)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    23,823 miles
    Test number
    726585522396
    • NoteNearside front tyre outer sidewall perished

  21. Fail23,796 miles (+1,186)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,796 miles
    Test number
    479624022451
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNearside front tyre outer sidewall perished

  22. Pass22,610 miles (+1,188)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    22,610 miles
    Test number
    978074211319
    • NoteEngine, sill and part underbody floor covers fitted not allowing full inspction
    • NoteFuel cap sear deteriorating/splitting
    • NoteO/s front brake disc corroding
    • NoteO/s front inner wing/bumper guard damaged and insecure
    • NoteSlight movement /play in both front suspension arm rear mounts and rubber mounted ball joints

  23. Pass21,422 miles (+1,498)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    21,422 miles
    Test number
    494435710375
    • NotePlastic engine sill and underbody covers fitted

  24. Pass19,924 miles (+1,548)2 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    19,924 miles
    Test number
    994177109322
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • NoteDeterioration at front exhaust mount/clamp
    • NoteEngine, sill and floor covers fitted not allowing full inspection
    • NoteFront reg plate loose
    • NoteFuel filler sealing ring slight splitting
    • NoteSlight play at front ball joint rubber mounts and wishbone rear mounts

  25. Fail18,376 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,376 miles
    Test number
    444871218353
    • Repaired at testCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • NoteAll brake discs have surface rust

  26. Pass18,376 miles (+3,385)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    18,376 miles
    Test number
    823741718340
    • NoteAll brake discs have surface rust

  27. Pass14,991 miles (+2,230)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    14,991 miles
    Test number
    574932697110
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

  28. Pass12,761 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    12,761 miles
    Test number
    543944826382

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K33 RCD

Does K33 RCD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K33 RCD is valid until 1 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on K33 RCD?
The MOT on K33 RCD is valid until 1 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K33 RCD done?
K33 RCD was recorded at 81,449 miles at its MOT on 27 Oct 2025, an average of 3,628 miles a year.
Has K33 RCD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K33 RCD has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on K33 RCD 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 K33 RCD find?
K33 RCD passed its latest MOT on 27 Oct 2025 with 7 advisories: nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside rear inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inner, and 4 more.

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