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BMW 3 Series

Bronze · Diesel · 2009 · 1,995 cc

K40 DCEMOT history

K40 DCE is a bronze diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 8 Jun 2009. Its MOT is valid until 22 Jan 2027 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 200,258 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jan 2026.

K40 DCE bronze BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 22 Jan 2027
Mileage
200,258 mi
At MOT on 23 Jan 2026
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,858 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K40 DCE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Bronze
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
8 Jun 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K40 DCE was last recorded at 200,258 miles on 23 Jan 2026, 110 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
200,148 miles · 16 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
110 miles
Average per year
8,858 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 200,258 miles
  • 2025 – 194,629 miles
  • 2024 – 187,906 miles
  • 2023 – 182,978 miles
  • 2022 – 174,127 miles
  • 2021 – 163,279 miles
  • 2020 – 158,124 miles
  • 2019 – 152,252 miles
  • 2018 – 138,175 miles
  • 2017 – 123,861 miles
  • 2016 – 112,979 miles
  • 2015 – 109,059 miles
  • 2014 – 102,194 miles
  • 2013 – 101,746 miles
  • 2012 – 78,950 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass200,258 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low on inner edge (4mm) (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

20 tests since 14 May 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass200,258 miles (+110)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    200,258 miles
    Test number
    142032917957
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low on inner edge (4mm) (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail200,148 miles (+5,519)1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    200,148 miles
    Test number
    715980243683
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low on inner edge (4mm) (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass194,629 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    194,629 miles
    Test number
    913235312476
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Fail194,629 miles (+6,723)1 dangerous2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    194,629 miles
    Test number
    291146426056
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure on inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre 6mm
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass187,906 miles (+4,928)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    187,906 miles
    Test number
    148289066112
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertray Fitted

  6. Pass182,978 miles (+8,851)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    182,978 miles
    Test number
    255814355879
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on the limit (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass174,127 miles (+10,848)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    174,127 miles
    Test number
    584560331182
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Pass163,279 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    163,279 miles
    Test number
    596392466101
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge. (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail163,279 miles (+5,155)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,279 miles
    Test number
    667127945564
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge. (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass158,124 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    158,124 miles
    Test number
    232913554361
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Fail158,124 miles (+5,872)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,124 miles
    Test number
    641258902865
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass152,252 miles (+14,077)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    152,252 miles
    Test number
    797321551899

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass138,175 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    138,175 miles
    Test number
    424577101294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail138,175 miles (+14,314)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,175 miles
    Test number
    833097718763
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  15. Pass123,861 miles (+10,882)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    123,861 miles
    Test number
    657888347569
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Pass112,979 miles (+3,920)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    112,979 miles
    Test number
    504603635017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass109,059 miles (+6,865)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    109,059 miles
    Test number
    477334715052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass102,194 miles (+448)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    102,194 miles
    Test number
    558865914010
    • NoteOffside front tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the cords

  19. Pass101,746 miles (+22,796)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    101,746 miles
    Test number
    168744653163
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  20. Pass78,950 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    78,950 miles
    Test number
    898955132138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K40 DCE

Does K40 DCE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K40 DCE is valid until 22 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on K40 DCE?
The MOT on K40 DCE is valid until 22 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K40 DCE done?
K40 DCE was recorded at 200,258 miles at its MOT on 23 Jan 2026, an average of 8,858 miles a year.
Has K40 DCE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K40 DCE has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on K40 DCE 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 DCE find?
K40 DCE passed its latest MOT on 23 Jan 2026 with 7 advisories: nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; nearside rear brake hose slightly deteriorated; nearside rear integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill, and 4 more.

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