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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 1992 · 1,991 cc

K42 VPDMOT history

K42 VPD is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 8 Sept 1992. Its MOT expired on 21 Oct 2022 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 135,484 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Nov 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 21 Oct 2022
Mileage
135,484 mi
At MOT on 1 Nov 2022
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
1,112 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K42 VPD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,991 cc
Year of manufacture
1992
First used
8 Sept 1992
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Oct 2022
Latest MOT test
1 Nov 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

K42 VPD was last recorded at 135,484 miles on 1 Nov 2022, 19 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Oct 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
135,465 miles · 22 Oct 2021
Between the last two tests
19 miles
Average per year
1,112 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 135,484 miles
  • 2021 – 135,465 miles
  • 2020 – 134,685 miles
  • 2019 – 133,865 miles
  • 2018 – 132,578 miles
  • 2017 – 131,307 miles
  • 2016 – 129,958 miles
  • 2015 – 128,512 miles
  • 2014 – 126,998 miles
  • 2013 – 125,292 miles
  • 2012 – 123,936 miles
  • 2011 – 122,713 miles
  • 2010 – 121,537 miles
  • 2009 – 119,861 miles
  • 2008 – 118,985 miles
  • 2007 – 118,117 miles
  • 2006 – 117,078 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail135,484 miles
  • MajorEmissions not tested over heating also (8.2.1.2 (d))
  • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury wheel arch (6.2.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Outer Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective corroded (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisorySlight oil leak under

What MOT failures 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 pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rears

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

23 tests since 11 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail135,484 miles (+19)9 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,484 miles
    Test number
    832099042195
    • MajorEmissions not tested over heating also (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury wheel arch (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak under

  2. Pass135,465 miles (+780)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    135,465 miles
    Test number
    152689061125
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front light slight insecure.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front steering gaiter weak
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear quarter slight damage/rusty
    • AdvisoryRear diff slight noisy
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak under.

  3. Pass134,685 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    134,685 miles
    Test number
    733783419917
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail134,684 miles (+819)2 dangerous4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,684 miles
    Test number
    608616832235
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 205/60/15 (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested brake pipe burst (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass133,865 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    133,865 miles
    Test number
    524041845830
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Fail133,865 miles (+1,287)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,865 miles
    Test number
    692725545861
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass132,578 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    132,578 miles
    Test number
    556189530431
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rears (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail132,578 miles (+1,271)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,578 miles
    Test number
    414932010734
    • MajorBrake lining(s) wear indicator illuminated (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rears (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass131,307 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    131,307 miles
    Test number
    388260983782

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail131,307 miles (+1,349)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,307 miles
    Test number
    714135615438
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working both/wires broken in loom (1.1.C.1d)

  11. Pass129,958 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    129,958 miles
    Test number
    822063590470

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail129,958 miles (+1,446)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,958 miles
    Test number
    895886275118
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  13. Pass128,512 miles (+1,514)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    128,512 miles
    Test number
    297462768513

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass126,998 miles (+1,706)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    126,998 miles
    Test number
    389660564409

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass125,292 miles (+1,356)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    125,292 miles
    Test number
    765966963249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass123,936 miles (+1,223)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    123,936 miles
    Test number
    485317652243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass122,713 miles (+1,176)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    122,713 miles
    Test number
    947591951266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass121,537 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    121,537 miles
    Test number
    200778850265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail121,537 miles (+1,676)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,537 miles
    Test number
    321417550242
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  20. Pass119,861 miles (+876)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    119,861 miles
    Test number
    794746709157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass118,985 miles (+868)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    118,985 miles
    Test number
    640033218124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass118,117 miles (+1,039)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    118,117 miles
    Test number
    442089907115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass117,078 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    117,078 miles
    Test number
    943291706115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K42 VPD

Does K42 VPD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on K42 VPD expired on 21 Oct 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on K42 VPD?
The MOT on K42 VPD expired on 21 Oct 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has K42 VPD done?
K42 VPD was recorded at 135,484 miles at its MOT on 1 Nov 2022, an average of 1,112 miles a year.
Has K42 VPD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K42 VPD has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on K42 VPD 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 K42 VPD find?
K42 VPD failed its latest MOT on 1 Nov 2022 with 9 major defects and 4 advisories: emissions not tested over heating also; nearside front brake pipe excessively corroded; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush, and 10 more.

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