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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 1993 · 1,796 cc

K52 EJBMOT history

K52 EJB is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 31 Dec 1993. Its MOT is valid until 12 Nov 2026 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 189,843 km recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 12 Nov 2026
Mileage
189,843 km
At MOT on 5 Nov 2025
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,525 km
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K52 EJB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
31 Dec 1993
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
5 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

K52 EJB was last recorded at 189,843 km on 5 Nov 2025, 630 km more than at the previous MOT on 29 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
189,213 km · 29 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
630 km
Average per year
5,525 km

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 189,843 km
  • 2024 – 189,213 km
  • 2023 – 187,896 km
  • 2022 – 187,046 km
  • 2021 – 184,901 km
  • 2020 – 180,087 km
  • 2019 – 173,670 km
  • 2018 – 164,905 km
  • 2017 – 155,291 km
  • 2016 – 154,157 km
  • 2011 – 110,321 km
  • 2010 – 105,787 km

What the latest MOT found

Pass189,843 km
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity lens repair

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

26 tests since 17 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass189,843 km (+630)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    189,843 km
    Test number
    758746479331
    • 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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Pass189,213 km (+1,317)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    189,213 km
    Test number
    455351290466
    • 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))
  3. Pass187,896 km (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    187,896 km
    Test number
    416835863671
    • 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))
  4. Fail187,894 km (+848)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,894 km
    Test number
    785205369944
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • 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))
  5. Pass187,046 km3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    187,046 km
    Test number
    657972069470
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  6. Fail187,046 km (+2,145)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,046 km
    Test number
    734120389016
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  7. Pass184,901 km
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    184,901 km
    Test number
    949961332921

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail184,879 miles1 dangerous2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,879 miles
    Test number
    947171103429
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible Both (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorFuel system component leaking At tank to filler pipe (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNs rear chassis leg is showing signs of corrosion
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre R
    • AdvisoryOs rear lamp unit is damaged
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Outer (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear sub frame bushes are wearing
  9. Pass180,087 km (+23)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    180,087 km
    Test number
    201410370620
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryLower steering support bush slight play
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity lens repair (4.2.3 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  10. Fail180,064 km (+6,394)1 dangerous3 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,064 km
    Test number
    686382549012
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge RIGHT ON LIMIT (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity lens repair (4.2.3 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  11. Pass173,670 km2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    173,670 km
    Test number
    286885263176
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  12. Fail173,668 km (+8,763)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,668 km
    Test number
    977870531667
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  13. Pass164,905 km1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    164,905 km
    Test number
    558213628024
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Passenger seat not moving back or forward ( L/H/D)
  14. Fail164,905 km (+9,614)1 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,905 km
    Test number
    989134256597
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle Fuel expansion tank cover and tank broken from bracket and rubbing on tyre (5.2.3 (f))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Passenger seat not moving back or forward ( L/H/D)
  15. Pass155,291 km (+1,134)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    155,291 km
    Test number
    867726433789
    • AdvisoryBrake servo corroded but not excessively weakened (3.6.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryGeneral under body and component rust
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering rack has play within the rack
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFuel lines rusty
  16. Pass154,157 km4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    154,157 km
    Test number
    509392303701
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view side mirror secured with tape (8.1.2a)
  17. Fail154,157 km (+43,836)5 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,157 km
    Test number
    118263265949
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view side mirror secured with tape (8.1.2a)
  18. Pass110,321 km (+4,534)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    110,321 km
    Test number
    286439151236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass105,787 km2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    105,787 km
    Test number
    764581030204
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on inner edges
  20. Pass97,375 miles (+7,572)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    97,375 miles
    Test number
    160938149249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass89,803 miles (+11,786)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    89,803 miles
    Test number
    410610648202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass78,017 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    78,017 miles
    Test number
    100604257290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail78,017 miles (+5,772)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,017 miles
    Test number
    880704657214
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
  24. Pass72,245 miles (+4,090)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    72,245 miles
    Test number
    783248156257
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteO/s mirror cracked
    • NoteScratches on screen
  25. Pass68,155 miles (+36)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    68,155 miles
    Test number
    391314665484

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail68,119 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,119 miles
    Test number
    313930465411
    • FailureRear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Questions about K52 EJB

Does K52 EJB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K52 EJB is valid until 12 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on K52 EJB?
The MOT on K52 EJB is valid until 12 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K52 EJB done?
K52 EJB was recorded at 189,843 km at its MOT on 5 Nov 2025, an average of 5,525 km a year.
Has K52 EJB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K52 EJB has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on K52 EJB 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 K52 EJB find?
K52 EJB passed its latest MOT on 5 Nov 2025 with 3 advisories: nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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