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BMW 3 Series

White · Petrol · 1996 · 1,991 cc

K40 RNTMOT history

K40 RNT is a white petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 1 Aug 1996. Its MOT expired on 16 Jul 2024 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 197,835 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Jul 2023.

K40 RNT white 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 16 Jul 2024
Mileage
197,835 mi
At MOT on 17 Jul 2023
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,449 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K40 RNT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,991 cc
Year of manufacture
1996
First used
1 Aug 1996
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Jul 2024
Latest MOT test
17 Jul 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

K40 RNT was last recorded at 197,835 miles on 17 Jul 2023, 26 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 May 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
197,809 miles · 22 May 2023
Between the last two tests
26 miles
Average per year
4,449 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 197,835 miles
  • 2022 – 196,300 miles
  • 2020 – 195,053 miles
  • 2019 – 193,028 miles
  • 2018 – 189,888 miles
  • 2017 – 186,669 miles
  • 2016 – 184,281 miles
  • 2015 – 180,531 miles
  • 2014 – 178,714 miles
  • 2013 – 172,994 miles
  • 2012 – 165,758 miles
  • 2011 – 160,580 miles
  • 2010 – 155,911 miles
  • 2009 – 149,483 miles
  • 2008 – 144,565 miles
  • 2007 – 136,808 miles
  • 2006 – 127,125 miles
  • 2005 – 117,818 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass197,835 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened + suspenion (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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.

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

Full MOT history

28 tests since 22 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass197,835 miles (+26)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    197,835 miles
    Test number
    679911971545
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened + suspenion (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail197,809 miles (+33)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,809 miles
    Test number
    232959753155
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

  3. Fail197,776 miles (+1,476)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,776 miles
    Test number
    490862379776
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

  4. Pass196,300 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    196,300 miles
    Test number
    574961503114
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded n/s + o/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded n/s + o/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Fail196,300 miles (+30)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,300 miles
    Test number
    274114621608
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded n/s + o/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded n/s + o/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Fail196,270 miles (+1,217)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,270 miles
    Test number
    176931940048
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim too low n/s + o/s (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded n/s + o/s metal pipes to each flexi pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion visible n/s + o/s rear floor area not excessive

  7. Pass195,053 miles (+2,025)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    195,053 miles
    Test number
    958494583577

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass193,028 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    193,028 miles
    Test number
    464657465915

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail193,023 miles (+3,135)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,023 miles
    Test number
    330659307448
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorSuspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength nearside front antiroll bar mounting area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  10. Pass189,888 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    189,888 miles
    Test number
    136068914989

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail189,888 miles (+3,219)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,888 miles
    Test number
    693889624175
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  12. Pass186,669 miles (+2,388)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    186,669 miles
    Test number
    425467184878

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass184,281 miles (+3,750)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    184,281 miles
    Test number
    894784246466
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit n/s front and rear plus o/s rear (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass180,531 miles (+1,817)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    180,531 miles
    Test number
    119811839214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass178,714 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    178,714 miles
    Test number
    439619604394

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail178,714 miles (+5,720)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,714 miles
    Test number
    356289804368
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  17. Pass172,994 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    172,994 miles
    Test number
    666807613337

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail172,994 miles (+2,865)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,994 miles
    Test number
    799687813356
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass170,129 miles (+4,371)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    170,129 miles
    Test number
    888665183120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass165,758 miles (+5,178)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    165,758 miles
    Test number
    746492402237
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

  21. Pass160,580 miles (+4,669)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    160,580 miles
    Test number
    388486691140
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  22. Pass155,911 miles (+6,428)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    155,911 miles
    Test number
    582234200235
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteSmall oil leak on rear diff

  23. Pass149,483 miles (+4,918)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    149,483 miles
    Test number
    943429299108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass144,565 miles (+7,757)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    144,565 miles
    Test number
    781220688134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass136,808 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    136,808 miles
    Test number
    564511907213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail136,803 miles (+9,678)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,803 miles
    Test number
    813580707285
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  27. Pass127,125 miles (+9,307)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    127,125 miles
    Test number
    584225906285
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  28. Pass117,818 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2006
    Odometer
    117,818 miles
    Test number
    154563305257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K40 RNT

Does K40 RNT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on K40 RNT expired on 16 Jul 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on K40 RNT?
The MOT on K40 RNT expired on 16 Jul 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has K40 RNT done?
K40 RNT was recorded at 197,835 miles at its MOT on 17 Jul 2023, an average of 4,449 miles a year.
Has K40 RNT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K40 RNT has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 22 May 2023.
Has the mileage on K40 RNT 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 RNT find?
K40 RNT passed its latest MOT on 17 Jul 2023 with 1 advisory: central rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened + suspenion.

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