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BMW 3 Series

Green · Petrol · 2000 · 2,979 cc

K70 CRBMOT history

K70 CRB is a green petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 14 Sept 2000. Its MOT is valid until 19 Jan 2027 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 154,638 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jan 2026.

K70 CRB green 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 19 Jan 2027
Mileage
154,638 mi
At MOT on 20 Jan 2026
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,306 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K70 CRB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
14 Sept 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K70 CRB was last recorded at 154,638 miles on 20 Jan 2026, 909 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Dec 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 1 Sept 2014: 108,960 miles, lower than 109,855 miles on 11 Aug 2014.

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
153,729 miles · 10 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
909 miles
Average per year
5,306 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 154,638 miles
  • 2024 – 153,729 miles
  • 2023 – 152,633 miles
  • 2022 – 151,811 miles
  • 2020 – 150,332 miles
  • 2019 – 149,016 miles
  • 2018 – 147,762 miles
  • 2017 – 146,473 miles
  • 2015 – 115,709 miles
  • 2014 – 108,960 miles
  • 2013 – 101,993 miles
  • 2012 – 94,735 miles
  • 2011 – 86,688 miles
  • 2010 – 80,589 miles
  • 2009 – 73,321 miles
  • 2008 – 64,588 miles
  • 2007 – 58,571 miles
  • 2006 – 51,232 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass154,638 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.

  • Offside Front Wing Corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass154,638 miles (+909)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    154,638 miles
    Test number
    221620073324

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass153,729 miles (+640)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    153,729 miles
    Test number
    870750464982
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wing Corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wing Corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre Out Of Shape

  3. Pass153,089 miles (+456)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    153,089 miles
    Test number
    700103915266
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wing Corroded

  4. Pass152,633 miles (+822)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    152,633 miles
    Test number
    438897116791
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryUnderside corroded

  5. Pass151,811 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    151,811 miles
    Test number
    611227884399

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail151,811 miles (+1,479)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,811 miles
    Test number
    193947992348
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass150,332 miles (+20)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    150,332 miles
    Test number
    374718374077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail150,312 miles (+1,296)1 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,312 miles
    Test number
    562029077714
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 225/45R17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 225/45/R17 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Compliance Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass149,016 miles (+1,254)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    149,016 miles
    Test number
    199806176825

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass147,762 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    147,762 miles
    Test number
    751691180217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail147,762 miles (+1,289)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,762 miles
    Test number
    780700155663
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  12. Pass146,473 miles (+1,479)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    146,473 miles
    Test number
    315178474811
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs in poor condition

  13. Pass144,994 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    144,994 miles
    Test number
    920482542174
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

  14. Fail144,989 miles (+29,280)7 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,989 miles
    Test number
    286629922831
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint has slight play inner track rod (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a)

  15. Pass115,709 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    115,709 miles
    Test number
    133197192592

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail115,702 miles (+6,742)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,702 miles
    Test number
    579206792162
    • FailureNearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass108,960 miles (-895)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    108,960 miles
    Test number
    369614044401

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail109,855 miles (+7,862)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,855 miles
    Test number
    225473224205
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass101,993 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    101,993 miles
    Test number
    467079813283
    • NoteHeadlamp washers no fluid

  20. Fail101,993 miles (+7,258)2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,993 miles
    Test number
    745109413271
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • Repaired at testSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • NoteHeadlamp washers no fluid

  21. Pass94,735 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    94,735 miles
    Test number
    466001142279
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  22. Fail94,735 miles (+8,047)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,735 miles
    Test number
    965091142267
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)
    • Repaired at testRear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  23. Pass86,688 miles (+6,099)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    86,688 miles
    Test number
    906912441286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass80,589 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    80,589 miles
    Test number
    903228920252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail80,577 miles (+7,256)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,577 miles
    Test number
    350443720208
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  26. Pass73,321 miles (+8,733)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    73,321 miles
    Test number
    183664729248
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  27. Pass64,588 miles (+6,017)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    64,588 miles
    Test number
    220518028262
    • NoteMultiple small cuts on the side wall of both rear tyres

  28. Pass58,571 miles (+7,339)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    58,571 miles
    Test number
    513043417279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass51,232 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    51,232 miles
    Test number
    993847606239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K70 CRB

Does K70 CRB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K70 CRB is valid until 19 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on K70 CRB?
The MOT on K70 CRB is valid until 19 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K70 CRB done?
K70 CRB was recorded at 154,638 miles at its MOT on 20 Jan 2026, an average of 5,306 miles a year.
Has K70 CRB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K70 CRB has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on K70 CRB ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 1 Sept 2014. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on K70 CRB find?
K70 CRB passed its latest MOT on 20 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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