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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2011 · 1,995 cc

K40 MRDMOT history

K40 MRD is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 28 Sept 2011. Its MOT is valid until 23 Sept 2027 and it has passed 12 of 18 MOT tests, with 162,870 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Sept 2026.

K40 MRD black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 23 Sept 2027
Mileage
162,870 mi
At MOT on 24 Sept 2026
MOT tests
18
12 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,460 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K40 MRD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
28 Sept 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K40 MRD was last recorded at 162,870 miles on 24 Sept 2026, 3,752 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
159,118 miles · 13 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
3,752 miles
Average per year
6,460 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 162,870 miles
  • 2024 – 159,118 miles
  • 2023 – 153,389 miles
  • 2022 – 146,906 miles
  • 2021 – 142,417 miles
  • 2020 – 137,872 miles
  • 2019 – 131,028 miles
  • 2018 – 125,198 miles
  • 2016 – 110,800 miles
  • 2015 – 101,952 miles
  • 2014 – 84,485 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass162,870 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

18 tests since 6 Aug 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass162,870 miles (+3,752)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    162,870 miles
    Test number
    978188870947
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass159,118 miles (+42)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    159,118 miles
    Test number
    176025936874

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail159,076 miles (+5,687)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,076 miles
    Test number
    307514618117
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorService brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass153,389 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    153,389 miles
    Test number
    128927280410
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Fail153,387 miles (+6,481)1 dangerous2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,387 miles
    Test number
    688939217100
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass146,906 miles (+4,489)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    146,906 miles
    Test number
    781342104321
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass142,417 miles (+4,545)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    142,417 miles
    Test number
    214462045026
    • AdvisoryEngine covers, under trays & sill covers are fitted thus not allowing full inspection
    • AdvisoryExhaust emissions are too clean to get a reading

  8. Pass137,872 miles (+6,844)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    137,872 miles
    Test number
    588765161656

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass131,028 miles (+116)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    131,028 miles
    Test number
    906260807079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail130,912 miles (+5,714)2 major1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,912 miles
    Test number
    815200396132
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

  11. Pass125,198 miles (+14,398)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    125,198 miles
    Test number
    948754596977
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

  12. Pass110,800 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    110,800 miles
    Test number
    138170207421

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail110,785 miles (+5,435)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,785 miles
    Test number
    431291897693
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  14. Pass105,350 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    105,350 miles
    Test number
    574060712365
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted to nearside rear seat not allowing a full inspection of an adult belt

  15. Fail105,349 miles (+3,397)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,349 miles
    Test number
    289959753733
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted to nearside rear seat not allowing a full inspection of an adult belt

  16. Pass101,952 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    101,952 miles
    Test number
    308841187372

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail101,952 miles (+17,467)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,952 miles
    Test number
    273228962126
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  18. Pass84,485 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    84,485 miles
    Test number
    719358014277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K40 MRD

Does K40 MRD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K40 MRD is valid until 23 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on K40 MRD?
The MOT on K40 MRD is valid until 23 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K40 MRD done?
K40 MRD was recorded at 162,870 miles at its MOT on 24 Sept 2026, an average of 6,460 miles a year.
Has K40 MRD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K40 MRD has failed 6 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on K40 MRD 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 MRD find?
K40 MRD passed its latest MOT on 24 Sept 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; nearside rear shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect; offside rear shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect, and 1 more.

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