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BMW M3

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 3,201 cc

K66 VELMOT history

K66 VEL is a blue petrol BMW M3 first used on 9 Mar 1998. Its MOT is valid until 21 Oct 2027 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 133,445 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Oct 2026.

K66 VEL blue 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 21 Oct 2027
Mileage
133,445 mi
At MOT on 22 Oct 2026
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,420 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K66 VEL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
M3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,201 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
9 Mar 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K66 VEL was last recorded at 133,445 miles on 22 Oct 2026, 153 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Apr 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
133,292 miles · 27 Apr 2023
Between the last two tests
153 miles
Average per year
3,420 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 133,445 miles
  • 2023 – 133,292 miles
  • 2022 – 133,049 miles
  • 2019 – 132,875 miles
  • 2018 – 132,612 miles
  • 2017 – 132,262 miles
  • 2016 – 131,522 miles
  • 2015 – 129,167 miles
  • 2014 – 125,642 miles
  • 2013 – 119,294 miles
  • 2012 – 115,034 miles
  • 2011 – 109,554 miles
  • 2010 – 104,398 miles
  • 2009 – 93,292 miles
  • 2008 – 80,519 miles
  • 2007 – 68,154 miles
  • 2006 – 62,618 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass133,445 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Track rod end ball joint has excessive play

    Major2 MOTs, 2019

  • Stop lamp(s) all not working

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Offside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

26 tests since 4 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass133,445 miles (+153)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    133,445 miles
    Test number
    970956988272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass133,292 miles (+243)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    133,292 miles
    Test number
    580667088756
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive under tray fitted obscuring some underside components (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension components are slightly corroded

  3. Pass133,049 miles (+174)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    133,049 miles
    Test number
    537167431186
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Pass132,875 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    132,875 miles
    Test number
    344359536983

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail132,875 miles (+34)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,875 miles
    Test number
    777479862681
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail132,841 miles (+229)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,841 miles
    Test number
    694518396421
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass132,612 miles (+350)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    132,612 miles
    Test number
    472635746671

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass132,262 miles (+740)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    132,262 miles
    Test number
    752333793617
    • AdvisoryOil leak Under engine and diff pinion oilseal

  9. Pass131,522 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    131,522 miles
    Test number
    944078648130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail131,519 miles (+2,352)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,519 miles
    Test number
    694093873405
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  11. Pass129,167 miles (+3,525)
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    129,167 miles
    Test number
    186404835038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass125,642 miles (+106)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    125,642 miles
    Test number
    269637434042
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  13. Fail125,536 miles (+6,242)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,536 miles
    Test number
    525175024025
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  14. Pass119,294 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    119,294 miles
    Test number
    219496423017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail119,294 miles (+4,260)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,294 miles
    Test number
    889056623069
    • FailureOffside Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

  16. Pass115,034 miles (+5,480)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    115,034 miles
    Test number
    736454132041
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteAirbag light on

  17. Pass109,554 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    109,554 miles
    Test number
    785961041061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail109,550 miles (+5,152)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,550 miles
    Test number
    119459931046
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Pass104,398 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    104,398 miles
    Test number
    131426720442

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail104,398 miles (+11,106)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,398 miles
    Test number
    184886520439
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  21. Fail93,292 miles2 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,292 miles
    Test number
    334087429040
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • Repaired at testSteering column will not lock in a fixed position (adjustable type) (2.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteExhaust center bracket damaged but ok

  22. Pass93,292 miles (+12,773)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    93,292 miles
    Test number
    504967829011
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteExhaust center bracket damaged but ok

  23. Pass80,519 miles (+1)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    80,519 miles
    Test number
    152973848052
    • NoteBOTH FRONT TYRES WORN ON INNER EDGES - ADVISE REPLACEMENT
    • NoteCENTRE EXHAUST BRACKET DAMAGED
    • NoteSLIGHT PLAY IN O/S OF STEERING RACK

  24. Fail80,518 miles (+12,364)1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,518 miles
    Test number
    103282748096
    • FailureNearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • NoteBOTH FRONT TYRES WORN ON INNER EDGES - ADVISE REPLACEMENT
    • NoteCENTRE EXHAUST BRACKET DAMAGED
    • NoteSLIGHT PLAY IN O/S OF STEERING RACK

  25. Pass68,154 miles (+5,536)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    68,154 miles
    Test number
    611540927054
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteSome wear present in steering rack.

  26. Pass62,618 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    62,618 miles
    Test number
    814935436003
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about K66 VEL

Does K66 VEL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K66 VEL is valid until 21 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on K66 VEL?
The MOT on K66 VEL is valid until 21 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K66 VEL done?
K66 VEL was recorded at 133,445 miles at its MOT on 22 Oct 2026, an average of 3,420 miles a year.
Has K66 VEL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K66 VEL has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Dec 2019.
Has the mileage on K66 VEL 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 VEL find?
K66 VEL passed its latest MOT on 22 Oct 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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