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BMW 3 Series

Green · Petrol · 1993 · 1,796 cc

K47 NGNMOT history

K47 NGN is a green petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 22 Apr 1993. Its MOT expired on 30 Apr 2024 and it has passed 10 of 17 MOT tests, with 156,614 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 May 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 30 Apr 2024
Mileage
156,614 mi
At MOT on 1 May 2023
MOT tests
17
10 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,163 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K47 NGN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
22 Apr 1993
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Apr 2024
Latest MOT test
1 May 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

K47 NGN was last recorded at 156,614 miles on 1 May 2023, 4,410 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Apr 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 27 Oct 2020: 141,588 miles, lower than 154,475 miles on 14 Sept 2019.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
152,204 miles · 28 Apr 2022
Between the last two tests
4,410 miles
Average per year
3,163 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 156,614 miles
  • 2022 – 152,204 miles
  • 2021 – 141,691 miles
  • 2020 – 141,588 miles
  • 2019 – 154,475 miles
  • 2018 – 147,659 miles
  • 2013 – 147,583 miles
  • 2012 – 145,547 miles
  • 2009 – 137,487 miles
  • 2008 – 127,002 miles
  • 2007 – 113,932 miles
  • 2006 – 102,188 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass156,614 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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 emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2008–2012

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2008–2012

  • Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive rear diff

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

17 tests since 14 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass156,614 miles (+4,410)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    156,614 miles
    Test number
    177576070251
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  2. Pass152,204 miles (+10,513)1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    152,204 miles
    Test number
    516190120364
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides on the limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sills both sides going soft and small holes (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  3. Pass141,691 miles (+103)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    141,691 miles
    Test number
    517447260192
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all 4 jacking points front and rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle corroding
  4. Fail141,588 miles (-12,887)13 major2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,588 miles
    Test number
    654113748298
    • MajorBrake performance not tested due to condition of flexi hoses (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle wing (5.2.3 (f))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering locking device ineffective track rod lock nut (2.1.3 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated hose cracked internal structure visible (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting jacking point / floor (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting jacking point / floor (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened subframe cracked at engine mounting support (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (5.2.3 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated hose cracked internal structure visible (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting jacking point / floor (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view zone "A" (3.2 (a) (i))
    • 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 Front Lower wing corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front seat recline handle inoperative
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage from reservoir (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear tyre well / boot water contaminated
  5. Pass154,475 miles (+6,816)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    154,475 miles
    Test number
    588258156831

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass147,659 miles (+25)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    147,659 miles
    Test number
    171192357426
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Fail147,634 miles (+51)1 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,634 miles
    Test number
    676485042606
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Fail147,583 miles (+2,036)2 dangerous9 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,583 miles
    Test number
    246656483107
    • DangerousParking brake lever ratchet mechanism is broken (3.1.5)
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailurePower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) excessively corroded (2.3.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteFuel pipes corroded
  9. Pass145,547 miles (+9)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    145,547 miles
    Test number
    368516682177
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  10. Fail145,538 miles (+8,051)10 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,538 miles
    Test number
    928482182143
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
  11. Pass137,487 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    137,487 miles
    Test number
    903462529017
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
  12. Fail137,487 miles (+10,485)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,487 miles
    Test number
    551512629082
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
  13. Pass127,002 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    127,002 miles
    Test number
    303860738020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail127,002 miles (+13,070)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,002 miles
    Test number
    450078528072
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureFront Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
  15. Fail113,932 miles1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,932 miles
    Test number
    281532037085
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteNearside washer not working
  16. Pass113,932 miles (+11,744)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    113,932 miles
    Test number
    350592737005
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteNearside washer not working
  17. Pass102,188 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    102,188 miles
    Test number
    492285746052
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Questions about K47 NGN

Does K47 NGN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on K47 NGN expired on 30 Apr 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on K47 NGN?
The MOT on K47 NGN expired on 30 Apr 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has K47 NGN done?
K47 NGN was recorded at 156,614 miles at its MOT on 1 May 2023, an average of 3,163 miles a year.
Has K47 NGN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K47 NGN has failed 7 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Oct 2020.
Has the mileage on K47 NGN ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 27 Oct 2020. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on K47 NGN find?
K47 NGN passed its latest MOT on 1 May 2023 with 4 advisories: nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 1 more.

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