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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 2,494 cc

K40 AYEMOT history

K40 AYE is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 1 Oct 1999. Its MOT expired on 1 Nov 2024 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 138,256 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Oct 2023.

K40 AYE silver BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 1 Nov 2024
Mileage
138,256 mi
At MOT on 31 Oct 2023
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,056 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K40 AYE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Oct 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Nov 2024
Latest MOT test
31 Oct 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

K40 AYE was last recorded at 138,256 miles on 31 Oct 2023, 7,328 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Nov 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
130,928 miles · 2 Nov 2022
Between the last two tests
7,328 miles
Average per year
3,056 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 138,256 miles
  • 2022 – 130,928 miles
  • 2021 – 123,280 miles
  • 2020 – 117,215 miles
  • 2019 – 116,409 miles
  • 2018 – 115,029 miles
  • 2017 – 113,785 miles
  • 2016 – 112,246 miles
  • 2014 – 111,985 miles
  • 2012 – 110,489 miles
  • 2011 – 109,386 miles
  • 2010 – 106,827 miles
  • 2009 – 103,689 miles
  • 2008 – 97,955 miles
  • 2007 – 92,261 miles
  • 2006 – 86,022 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass138,256 miles
  • MinorBrake warning device malfunctioning or defective (1.1.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Sill corroded not considered excessive
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019

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 Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2011–2014

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2016

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2011

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

24 tests since 27 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass138,256 miles (+7,328)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    138,256 miles
    Test number
    887711020479
    • MinorBrake warning device malfunctioning or defective (1.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Sill corroded not considered excessive
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass130,928 miles (+58)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    130,928 miles
    Test number
    591037050422
    • MinorBrake warning device malfunctioning or defective (1.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill only, not structural or reason for refusal. (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  3. Fail130,870 miles (+7,590)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,870 miles
    Test number
    896607104236
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill/ wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt buckle missing (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryEarly corrosion to offside rear outer sill/wheel arch
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass123,280 miles (+6,065)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    123,280 miles
    Test number
    317919247980
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass117,215 miles (+806)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    117,215 miles
    Test number
    727312547077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass116,409 miles (+21)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    116,409 miles
    Test number
    910669008942
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Fail116,388 miles (+1,359)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,388 miles
    Test number
    421808484546
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass115,029 miles (+1,244)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    115,029 miles
    Test number
    884151867620

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass113,785 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    113,785 miles
    Test number
    414614099350

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail113,784 miles (+1,538)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,784 miles
    Test number
    587699355423
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

  11. Pass112,246 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    112,246 miles
    Test number
    283170253733
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt cut but not affecting the operation of the belt small (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear wheel arch rusty both sides
    • AdvisoryE m l light on
    • AdvisoryWipers smearing

  12. Fail112,246 miles (+261)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,246 miles
    Test number
    777524203113
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt cut but not affecting the operation of the belt small (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear wheel arch rusty both sides
    • AdvisoryE m l light on
    • AdvisoryWipers smearing

  13. Pass111,985 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    111,985 miles
    Test number
    408885714078
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Fail111,985 miles (+67)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,985 miles
    Test number
    606215214030
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Fail111,918 miles (+1,429)6 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,918 miles
    Test number
    119654204406
    • FailureNearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass110,489 miles (+1,103)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    110,489 miles
    Test number
    279020152347
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)
    • NoteAirbag light staying on

  17. Pass109,386 miles (+59)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    109,386 miles
    Test number
    189102401383
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteSuspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing
    • NoteSuspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing

  18. Fail109,327 miles (+2,500)1 dangerous6 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,327 miles
    Test number
    768055891229
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteSuspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing
    • NoteSuspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing

  19. Pass106,827 miles (+3,138)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    106,827 miles
    Test number
    492070000309
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • NoteAdvise removal of rear whhels to check rear coil springs for fractures
    • NoteNearside rear tyre bald on inside edge
    • NoteOffside rear tyre cut on inner sidewall

  20. Pass103,689 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    103,689 miles
    Test number
    941450609301
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteAdvise Airbag light ON
    • NoteAdvise nearside rear handbrake recording lower effort

  21. Fail103,684 miles (+5,729)6 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,684 miles
    Test number
    450910809486
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteAdvise Airbag light ON
    • NoteAdvise nearside rear handbrake recording lower effort

  22. Pass97,955 miles (+5,694)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    97,955 miles
    Test number
    253114308319
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside 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)

  23. Pass92,261 miles (+6,239)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    92,261 miles
    Test number
    480451477293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass86,022 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    86,022 miles
    Test number
    581520476213
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about K40 AYE

Does K40 AYE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on K40 AYE expired on 1 Nov 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on K40 AYE?
The MOT on K40 AYE expired on 1 Nov 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has K40 AYE done?
K40 AYE was recorded at 138,256 miles at its MOT on 31 Oct 2023, an average of 3,056 miles a year.
Has K40 AYE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K40 AYE has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on K40 AYE 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 K40 AYE find?
K40 AYE passed its latest MOT on 31 Oct 2023 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: brake warning device malfunctioning or defective; nearside rear outer sill corroded not considered excessive; rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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