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BMW 3 Series

Red · Petrol · 2002 · 2,494 cc

K8 LKHMOT history

K8 LKH is a red petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 13 Sept 2002. Its MOT expired on 15 Jul 2025 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 131,691 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jul 2024.

K8 LKH red 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 15 Jul 2025
Mileage
131,691 mi
At MOT on 16 Jul 2024
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,920 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K8 LKH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
13 Sept 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Jul 2025
Latest MOT test
16 Jul 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

K8 LKH was last recorded at 131,691 miles on 16 Jul 2024, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Jun 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
131,691 miles · 12 Jun 2024
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
5,920 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 131,691 miles
  • 2023 – 125,874 miles
  • 2021 – 118,021 miles
  • 2020 – 104,222 miles
  • 2019 – 104,214 miles
  • 2016 – 99,985 miles
  • 2015 – 97,310 miles
  • 2014 – 92,686 miles
  • 2013 – 86,741 miles
  • 2012 – 81,197 miles
  • 2011 – 75,145 miles
  • 2010 – 67,398 miles
  • 2009 – 62,559 miles
  • 2008 – 38,654 miles
  • 2006 – 25,633 miles
  • 2005 – 19,733 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass131,691 miles
  • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various places0 (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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 Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2014

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various places

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

23 tests since 17 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass131,691 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    131,691 miles
    Test number
    335855559376
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various places0 (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Fail131,691 miles (+5,817)2 dangerous5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,691 miles
    Test number
    753590414215
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various places (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Pass125,874 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    125,874 miles
    Test number
    312649607921
    • MinorObligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various places (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  4. Fail125,874 miles (+7,853)1 dangerous4 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,874 miles
    Test number
    610307934919
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MinorObligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various places (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  5. Pass118,021 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    118,021 miles
    Test number
    959051666896
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear sub-frame corroded
  6. Fail118,016 miles (+13,794)2 dangerous4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,016 miles
    Test number
    747274567658
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine, gearbox and diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  7. Pass104,222 miles (+2)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2021
    Odometer
    104,222 miles
    Test number
    719678740599
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corroded
  8. Fail104,220 miles (+6)17 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,220 miles
    Test number
    591992193776
    • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen materially affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn 'd' bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corroded
  9. Fail104,214 miles (+4,229)2 dangerous9 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,214 miles
    Test number
    554301464767
    • 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))
    • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords on outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier in the booth ,may require to attention soon (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated may require to attention soon (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing on outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth head light slightly perished
    • AdvisoryFront and rear brake discs surface slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal slightly perished
    • AdvisoryN/s/r fog lens is missing,and not working
  10. Pass99,985 miles (+2,675)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    99,985 miles
    Test number
    107625981504
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear mount bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt gaiter starting to split. (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre outer wall slightly damaged.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear mount bush (2.4.G.2)
  11. Pass97,310 miles (+4,624)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    97,310 miles
    Test number
    405034035648

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass92,686 miles (+29)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    92,686 miles
    Test number
    847669824330
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NotePetrol cap seal perishing
  13. Fail92,657 miles (+5,916)1 failure3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,657 miles
    Test number
    496405324335
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NotePetrol cap seal perishing
  14. Pass86,741 miles (+5,544)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    86,741 miles
    Test number
    225126023346
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteADVISE, front brake pads starting to wear low.
    • NoteADVISE, nearside rear tyre slightly damaged on outer wall.
    • NoteADVISE, offside front brake flexi hose perishing.
  15. Pass81,197 miles (+6,052)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    81,197 miles
    Test number
    568738222339
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
  16. Pass75,145 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    75,145 miles
    Test number
    668506831351
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  17. Fail75,142 miles (+7,744)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,142 miles
    Test number
    967124331352
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  18. Pass67,398 miles (+4,839)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    67,398 miles
    Test number
    790864940371

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass62,559 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    62,559 miles
    Test number
    434157349280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail62,559 miles (+23,905)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,559 miles
    Test number
    850287949291
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
  21. Pass38,654 miles (+13,021)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    38,654 miles
    Test number
    910162338085
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  22. Pass25,633 miles (+5,900)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    25,633 miles
    Test number
    250706326298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass19,733 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    19,733 miles
    Test number
    840859025203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K8 LKH

Does K8 LKH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on K8 LKH expired on 15 Jul 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on K8 LKH?
The MOT on K8 LKH expired on 15 Jul 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has K8 LKH done?
K8 LKH was recorded at 131,691 miles at its MOT on 16 Jul 2024, an average of 5,920 miles a year.
Has K8 LKH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K8 LKH has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Jun 2024.
Has the mileage on K8 LKH 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 LKH find?
K8 LKH passed its latest MOT on 16 Jul 2024 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: offside obligatory mirror slightly damaged; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various places0; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread, and 2 more.

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