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BMW M3

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 3,246 cc

K70 OBEMOT history

K70 OBE is a blue petrol BMW M3 first used on 1 Mar 2003. Its MOT is valid until 13 Aug 2027 and it has passed 19 of 21 MOT tests, with 96,767 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Aug 2026.

K70 OBE blue BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 13 Aug 2027
Mileage
96,767 mi
At MOT on 14 Aug 2026
MOT tests
21
19 passed · 2 failed
Per year
3,373 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K70 OBE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
M3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,246 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
1 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K70 OBE was last recorded at 96,767 miles on 14 Aug 2026, 479 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
96,288 miles · 11 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
479 miles
Average per year
3,373 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 96,767 miles
  • 2025 – 96,288 miles
  • 2024 – 95,839 miles
  • 2023 – 95,698 miles
  • 2022 – 94,981 miles
  • 2021 – 93,434 miles
  • 2019 – 90,793 miles
  • 2018 – 88,637 miles
  • 2015 – 86,689 miles
  • 2014 – 82,165 miles
  • 2013 – 77,464 miles
  • 2012 – 72,116 miles
  • 2011 – 66,768 miles
  • 2010 – 61,106 miles
  • 2009 – 55,686 miles
  • 2008 – 40,819 miles
  • 2007 – 34,687 miles
  • 2006 – 27,628 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass96,767 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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass96,767 miles (+479)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    96,767 miles
    Test number
    982655838503

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass96,288 miles (+449)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    96,288 miles
    Test number
    496052038245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass95,839 miles (+141)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    95,839 miles
    Test number
    763885423378

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass95,698 miles (+717)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    95,698 miles
    Test number
    890368932422

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass94,981 miles (+1,547)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    94,981 miles
    Test number
    390897023438

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass93,434 miles (+2,641)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    93,434 miles
    Test number
    991586663498

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass90,793 miles (+2,156)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    90,793 miles
    Test number
    278321496556

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass88,637 miles (+1,948)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2019
    Odometer
    88,637 miles
    Test number
    881203347248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass86,689 miles (+4,524)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    86,689 miles
    Test number
    567771401729
    • AdvisoryEngine cover,underbody trays & cover sills fitted to door sills restricting testers view
    • AdvisoryHieght ride switch not connected
  10. Pass82,165 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    82,165 miles
    Test number
    395356244322
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteCover sills fitted to door sills restricting testers view
    • NoteRide height switch not connected on offside front
  11. Fail82,165 miles (+4,701)2 dangerous1 failure2 repaired1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,165 miles
    Test number
    728666344352
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteCover sills fitted to door sills restricting testers view
    • NoteRide height switch not connected on offside front
  12. Pass77,464 miles (+5,348)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    77,464 miles
    Test number
    259382853339

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass72,116 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    72,116 miles
    Test number
    396109132383
    • NoteBrake fluid level low
    • NoteRear diff leak
  14. Fail72,116 miles (+5,348)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,116 miles
    Test number
    308399432319
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • NoteBrake fluid level low
    • NoteRear diff leak
  15. Pass66,768 miles (+5,662)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    66,768 miles
    Test number
    839430841398
    • NoteBoth rear shockabsorber top mounts fitted incorrectl. front headlight automatic adjuster not connected
  16. Pass61,106 miles (+5,420)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    61,106 miles
    Test number
    141362940349

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass55,686 miles (+5,194)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    55,686 miles
    Test number
    330091159371
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  18. Pass50,492 miles (+9,673)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    50,492 miles
    Test number
    424700429068
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  19. Pass40,819 miles (+6,132)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    40,819 miles
    Test number
    650447458063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass34,687 miles (+7,059)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    34,687 miles
    Test number
    772417957076
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBrakes tested bowmonk meter.
  21. Pass27,628 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    27,628 miles
    Test number
    143805746466

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K70 OBE

Does K70 OBE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K70 OBE is valid until 13 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on K70 OBE?
The MOT on K70 OBE is valid until 13 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K70 OBE done?
K70 OBE was recorded at 96,767 miles at its MOT on 14 Aug 2026, an average of 3,373 miles a year.
Has K70 OBE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K70 OBE has failed 2 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Dec 2014.
Has the mileage on K70 OBE 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 K70 OBE find?
K70 OBE passed its latest MOT on 14 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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