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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2007 · 2,996 cc

K40 DPNMOT history

K40 DPN is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 25 Jun 2007. Its MOT is valid until 21 Dec 2026 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 107,845 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Dec 2025.

K40 DPN black 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 21 Dec 2026
Mileage
107,845 mi
At MOT on 22 Dec 2025
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,786 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K40 DPN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,996 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
25 Jun 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
22 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

K40 DPN was last recorded at 107,845 miles on 22 Dec 2025, 4,351 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
103,494 miles · 13 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
4,351 miles
Average per year
5,786 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 107,845 miles
  • 2024 – 103,494 miles
  • 2023 – 102,870 miles
  • 2022 – 101,069 miles
  • 2021 – 97,835 miles
  • 2020 – 95,729 miles
  • 2019 – 90,521 miles
  • 2018 – 87,382 miles
  • 2017 – 84,829 miles
  • 2016 – 67,668 miles
  • 2015 – 52,956 miles
  • 2014 – 43,517 miles
  • 2013 – 38,217 miles
  • 2012 – 34,408 miles
  • 2011 – 25,809 miles
  • 2010 – 18,412 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass107,845 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021

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 Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened and outer

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened and outer

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2014

Full MOT history

21 tests since 8 Jul 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass107,845 miles (+4,351)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    107,845 miles
    Test number
    348477998164
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  2. Pass103,494 miles (+624)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    103,494 miles
    Test number
    557721106835
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n's and o/s on inner surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated n/s and o/s (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened surface corrossion to subframe and adjoining arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  3. Pass102,870 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    102,870 miles
    Test number
    643808870549
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened and outer (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened and outer (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  4. Fail102,870 miles (+1,801)1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,870 miles
    Test number
    312849299557
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened and outer (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened and outer (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  5. Pass101,069 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    101,069 miles
    Test number
    304282831131
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear exhaust shield loose
  6. Fail101,069 miles (+3,234)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,069 miles
    Test number
    231904624298
    • Repaired at testNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear exhaust shield loose
  7. Pass97,835 miles (+32)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    97,835 miles
    Test number
    734880960230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail97,803 miles (+2,074)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,803 miles
    Test number
    441310991660
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slightly worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing N/s and O/s covers (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  9. Pass95,729 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    95,729 miles
    Test number
    758820340072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail95,729 miles (+5,208)1 dangerous2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,729 miles
    Test number
    828221945474
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Lower Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Outer Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  11. Pass90,521 miles (+3,139)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    90,521 miles
    Test number
    283565596108
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened and outer (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened and outer (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  12. Pass87,382 miles (+2,553)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2019
    Odometer
    87,382 miles
    Test number
    113204898598

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass84,829 miles (+17,161)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2018
    Odometer
    84,829 miles
    Test number
    535866178025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass67,668 miles (+14,712)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2017
    Odometer
    67,668 miles
    Test number
    515653213489
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear worn on inner shoulder close to cords
  15. Pass52,956 miles (+9,439)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2016
    Odometer
    52,956 miles
    Test number
    825221745172
    • NoteAdvise nearside rear shock dust cover adrift
  16. Pass43,517 miles (+5,300)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2015
    Odometer
    43,517 miles
    Test number
    329523744173
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteO/s/r tyre worn on inner edge
  17. Pass38,217 miles (+3,809)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    38,217 miles
    Test number
    479425063134
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteN/S/R tyre bold on inner edge
  18. Pass34,408 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    34,408 miles
    Test number
    746834172129
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  19. Fail34,407 miles (+8,598)1 failure1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,407 miles
    Test number
    947064472157
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteOffside front tyre has cut considered very close to cordes but none visable time of test
  20. Pass25,809 miles (+7,397)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    25,809 miles
    Test number
    925757161111
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on inner and outer edges
    • NoteO/S rear tyre worn severely on inner edge - Advise replacement
  21. Pass18,412 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    18,412 miles
    Test number
    234019180482
    • NoteAll tyres starting to wear on edges, o/s/f heavily worn on inner edge near canvas

Questions about K40 DPN

Does K40 DPN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K40 DPN is valid until 21 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on K40 DPN?
The MOT on K40 DPN is valid until 21 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K40 DPN done?
K40 DPN was recorded at 107,845 miles at its MOT on 22 Dec 2025, an average of 5,786 miles a year.
Has K40 DPN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K40 DPN has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on K40 DPN 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 DPN find?
K40 DPN passed its latest MOT on 22 Dec 2025 with 1 advisory: rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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