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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Diesel · 2004 · 1,995 cc

K40 LEJMOT history

K40 LEJ is a grey diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 23 Mar 2004. Its MOT is valid until 1 Oct 2027 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 333,608 km recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Oct 2026.

K40 LEJ grey BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 1 Oct 2027
Mileage
333,608 km
At MOT on 2 Oct 2026
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
K40 LEJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
23 Mar 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K40 LEJ was last recorded at 333,608 km on 2 Oct 2026.

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 333,608 km

What the latest MOT found

Pass333,608 km
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023

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 the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2007–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2013

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

    Failure2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2013

Full MOT history

26 tests since 10 Mar 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass333,608 km2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    333,608 km
    Test number
    666143110811
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass200,257 miles (+1,579)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    200,257 miles
    Test number
    969335678453
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

  3. Pass198,678 miles (+9,413)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    198,678 miles
    Test number
    665957539939
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass189,265 miles (+3,048)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    189,265 miles
    Test number
    284687901867
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass186,217 miles (+9,998)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    186,217 miles
    Test number
    147795136980
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sills both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake just met legal limit
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  6. Pass176,219 miles (+1,135)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    176,219 miles
    Test number
    472448913374
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass175,084 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    175,084 miles
    Test number
    974699540777
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch (5.2.3 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o/s and n/s (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Fail175,078 miles (+7,479)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,078 miles
    Test number
    226596525680
    • MajorBrake pad(s) wear indicator illuminated (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (5.2.3 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (5.2.3 (f))
    • MajorTyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o/s and n/s (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass167,599 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    167,599 miles
    Test number
    486965427601
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Fail167,598 miles (+7,683)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,598 miles
    Test number
    504774935347
    • FailureDriver's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass159,915 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    159,915 miles
    Test number
    492314451977

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail159,914 miles (+7,879)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,914 miles
    Test number
    158589927998
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  13. Pass152,035 miles (+8,533)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    152,035 miles
    Test number
    606038615270
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass143,502 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    143,502 miles
    Test number
    636190604256
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  15. Fail143,502 miles (+7,466)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,502 miles
    Test number
    736210404265
    • Repaired at testOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  16. Pass136,036 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    136,036 miles
    Test number
    338411623470

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail136,036 miles (+11,547)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,036 miles
    Test number
    129485113206
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass124,489 miles (+9,895)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    124,489 miles
    Test number
    115600012251
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteN/s parking brake effort slightly poor
    • NoteSlight play in both front lower suspension ball joints

  19. Pass114,594 miles (+2)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    114,594 miles
    Test number
    787368121205
    • NoteExhaust centre rubber poor condition
    • NoteFront brake discs corroding
    • NoteNearside front suspension arm bush weak
    • NoteSlight play offside outer balljoint

  20. Fail114,592 miles (+11,877)3 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,592 miles
    Test number
    905177821268
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteExhaust centre rubber poor condition
    • NoteFront brake discs corroding
    • NoteNearside front suspension arm bush weak
    • NoteSlight play offside outer balljoint

  21. Pass102,715 miles (+18,102)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    102,715 miles
    Test number
    364122920418
    • NoteOffside and nearside front brake discs worn and pitted

  22. Pass84,613 miles (+424)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    84,613 miles
    Test number
    310443929429

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail84,189 miles (+12,996)1 dangerous2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,189 miles
    Test number
    854247519241
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront brake discs corroded

  24. Pass71,193 miles (+19,106)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    71,193 miles
    Test number
    981864128243
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass52,087 miles (+7,550)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    52,087 miles
    Test number
    562366757221
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass44,537 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    44,537 miles
    Test number
    950339267022
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about K40 LEJ

Does K40 LEJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K40 LEJ is valid until 1 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on K40 LEJ?
The MOT on K40 LEJ is valid until 1 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K40 LEJ done?
K40 LEJ was recorded at 333,608 km at its MOT on 2 Oct 2026.
Has K40 LEJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K40 LEJ has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Aug 2018.
Has the mileage on K40 LEJ 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 LEJ find?
K40 LEJ passed its latest MOT on 2 Oct 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced.

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