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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2007 · 1,995 cc

K8 KJJMOT history

K8 KJJ is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 17 Mar 2007. Its MOT expired on 12 Aug 2021 and it has passed 11 of 20 MOT tests, with 125,182 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Sept 2022.

K8 KJJ blue BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 12 Aug 2021
Mileage
125,182 mi
At MOT on 26 Sept 2022
MOT tests
20
11 passed · 9 failed
Per year
8,056 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K8 KJJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
17 Mar 2007
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Aug 2021
Latest MOT test
26 Sept 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

K8 KJJ was last recorded at 125,182 miles on 26 Sept 2022, 9,500 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Aug 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
115,682 miles · 13 Aug 2020
Between the last two tests
9,500 miles
Average per year
8,056 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 125,182 miles
  • 2020 – 115,682 miles
  • 2019 – 108,348 miles
  • 2018 – 103,524 miles
  • 2017 – 94,766 miles
  • 2016 – 84,512 miles
  • 2015 – 74,459 miles
  • 2014 – 63,535 miles
  • 2013 – 52,292 miles
  • 2012 – 41,865 miles
  • 2011 – 29,614 miles
  • 2010 – 23,963 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail125,182 miles
  • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryTpms message on dash

What MOT failures 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 Brake hose slightly deteriorated Offside & nearside

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated n/s + o/s (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2018

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

20 tests since 4 Mar 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail125,182 miles (+9,500)1 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,182 miles
    Test number
    207901043253
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTpms message on dash

  2. Pass115,682 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    115,682 miles
    Test number
    497503268415
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Offside & nearside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail115,682 miles (+106)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,682 miles
    Test number
    873683878778
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Offside & nearside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail115,576 miles (+7,228)3 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,576 miles
    Test number
    447749345588
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Offside & nearside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass108,348 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    108,348 miles
    Test number
    648643841853
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated offside & nearside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  6. Fail108,344 miles (+4,820)2 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,344 miles
    Test number
    754897547187
    • DangerousFront Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated offside & nearside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  7. Pass103,524 miles (+8,758)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2019
    Odometer
    103,524 miles
    Test number
    778987407027
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated n/s + o/s (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  8. Pass94,766 miles (+10,254)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2018
    Odometer
    94,766 miles
    Test number
    916624442602
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated n/s + o/s (3.6.B.4d)

  9. Pass84,512 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2017
    Odometer
    84,512 miles
    Test number
    988474932145
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  10. Fail84,512 miles (+10,053)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,512 miles
    Test number
    551656804325
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  11. Pass74,459 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2016
    Odometer
    74,459 miles
    Test number
    866518825168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail74,459 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,459 miles
    Test number
    929908925155
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

  13. PassMileage not read2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    917514584066
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. FailMileage not read2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    239014584057
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail63,535 miles (+11,243)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,535 miles
    Test number
    979806474079
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass52,292 miles (+10,427)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    52,292 miles
    Test number
    957811983092
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass41,865 miles (+40)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    41,865 miles
    Test number
    599869572031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail41,825 miles (+12,211)3 dangerous2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,825 miles
    Test number
    179606572061
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • 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)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  19. Pass29,614 miles (+5,651)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    29,614 miles
    Test number
    205028761085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass23,963 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    23,963 miles
    Test number
    650403360036
    • NoteTraction control light on

Questions about K8 KJJ

Does K8 KJJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on K8 KJJ expired on 12 Aug 2021, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on K8 KJJ?
The MOT on K8 KJJ expired on 12 Aug 2021. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has K8 KJJ done?
K8 KJJ was recorded at 125,182 miles at its MOT on 26 Sept 2022, an average of 8,056 miles a year.
Has K8 KJJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K8 KJJ has failed 9 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on K8 KJJ 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 K8 KJJ find?
K8 KJJ failed its latest MOT on 26 Sept 2022 with 1 dangerous defect, 3 major defects and 3 advisories: offside front tyre has ply or cords exposed sidewall; engine mil inoperative or indicates a malfunction; exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits, and 4 more.

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