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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

K66 AKEMOT history

K66 AKE is a silver diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 20 Jun 2012. Its MOT is valid until 29 Jul 2027 and it has passed 10 of 13 MOT tests, with 140,694 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jul 2026.

K66 AKE silver BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 29 Jul 2027
Mileage
140,694 mi
At MOT on 30 Jul 2026
MOT tests
13
10 passed · 3 failed
Per year
6,802 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K66 AKE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
20 Jun 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K66 AKE was last recorded at 140,694 miles on 30 Jul 2026, 7,932 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
132,762 miles · 17 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
7,932 miles
Average per year
6,802 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 140,694 miles
  • 2025 – 132,762 miles
  • 2023 – 123,699 miles
  • 2022 – 110,555 miles
  • 2021 – 102,743 miles
  • 2019 – 94,765 miles
  • 2018 – 87,538 miles
  • 2017 – 81,682 miles
  • 2016 – 73,128 miles
  • 2015 – 65,260 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass140,694 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

Full MOT history

13 tests since 26 Jun 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass140,694 miles (+7,932)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    140,694 miles
    Test number
    781612764271
    • MinorNearside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  2. Pass132,762 miles (+9,063)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    132,762 miles
    Test number
    880996002895
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass123,699 miles (+13,144)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    123,699 miles
    Test number
    627243688277
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass110,555 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    110,555 miles
    Test number
    232734570748
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail110,555 miles (+7,812)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,555 miles
    Test number
    958919288658
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Bulb in wrong (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass102,743 miles (+7,978)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    102,743 miles
    Test number
    238524332947
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre

  7. Pass94,765 miles (+7,227)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    94,765 miles
    Test number
    386304277002
    • AdvisoryFront discs are corroded
    • AdvisoryBrake system warning light on

  8. Pass87,538 miles (+5,856)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    87,538 miles
    Test number
    656169627886
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement forward (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBoth sides front brake discs corroded

  9. Pass81,682 miles (+8,554)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    81,682 miles
    Test number
    589159628245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass73,128 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    73,128 miles
    Test number
    182800038288
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

  11. Fail73,128 miles (+7,868)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,128 miles
    Test number
    754344744457
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

  12. Pass65,260 miles (+27)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    65,260 miles
    Test number
    305973385126
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  13. Fail65,233 miles1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,233 miles
    Test number
    405937375180
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about K66 AKE

Does K66 AKE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K66 AKE is valid until 29 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on K66 AKE?
The MOT on K66 AKE is valid until 29 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K66 AKE done?
K66 AKE was recorded at 140,694 miles at its MOT on 30 Jul 2026, an average of 6,802 miles a year.
Has K66 AKE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K66 AKE has failed 3 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Apr 2022.
Has the mileage on K66 AKE 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 K66 AKE find?
K66 AKE passed its latest MOT on 30 Jul 2026 with 2 minor defects and 4 advisories: nearside rear inner position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 3 more.

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