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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2013 · 1,995 cc

K8 YYCMOT history

K8 YYC is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 6 Sept 2013. Its MOT is valid until 26 Jan 2027 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 104,187 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jan 2026.

K8 YYC black 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 26 Jan 2027
Mileage
104,187 mi
At MOT on 27 Jan 2026
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
8,068 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K8 YYC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
6 Sept 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K8 YYC was last recorded at 104,187 miles on 27 Jan 2026, 8,280 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
95,907 miles · 9 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
8,280 miles
Average per year
8,068 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 104,187 miles
  • 2024 – 95,907 miles
  • 2023 – 85,661 miles
  • 2022 – 81,333 miles
  • 2021 – 74,329 miles
  • 2020 – 56,188 miles
  • 2019 – 47,596 miles
  • 2018 – 44,700 miles
  • 2017 – 36,920 miles
  • 2016 – 28,349 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass104,187 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryUnder body and engine covers fitted obscuring some components

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.

  • Slight buckle N/S/F wheel

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

15 tests since 1 Sept 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass104,187 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    104,187 miles
    Test number
    931681711311
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnder body and engine covers fitted obscuring some components

  2. Fail104,187 miles (+8,280)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,187 miles
    Test number
    447899278158
    • DangerousNearside Rear Road wheel more than one fixing loose (5.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnder body and engine covers fitted obscuring some components

  3. Pass95,907 miles (+10,246)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    95,907 miles
    Test number
    833520122134
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  4. Pass85,661 miles (+4,328)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    85,661 miles
    Test number
    676948543446
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin Front and rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides front arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Pass81,333 miles (+7,004)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    81,333 miles
    Test number
    765435768595
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass74,329 miles (+6,628)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    74,329 miles
    Test number
    450607510923

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass67,701 miles (+11,513)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    67,701 miles
    Test number
    554797352504

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass56,188 miles (+8,592)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    56,188 miles
    Test number
    883367850185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass47,596 miles (+2,896)
    MOT expiry
    25 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    47,596 miles
    Test number
    139548074643

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass44,700 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    44,700 miles
    Test number
    569692452109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail44,699 miles (+276)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,699 miles
    Test number
    205923888100
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  12. Pass44,423 miles (+7,503)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    44,423 miles
    Test number
    173265382960

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass36,920 miles (+8,571)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    36,920 miles
    Test number
    466700713440
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays not allowing full inspection

  14. Pass28,349 miles (+39)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    28,349 miles
    Test number
    770349962504
    • AdvisorySlight buckle N/S/F wheel

  15. Fail28,310 miles1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,310 miles
    Test number
    667155442356
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisorySlight buckle N/S/F wheel

Questions about K8 YYC

Does K8 YYC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K8 YYC is valid until 26 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on K8 YYC?
The MOT on K8 YYC is valid until 26 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K8 YYC done?
K8 YYC was recorded at 104,187 miles at its MOT on 27 Jan 2026, an average of 8,068 miles a year.
Has K8 YYC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K8 YYC has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on K8 YYC 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 YYC find?
K8 YYC passed its latest MOT on 27 Jan 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; offside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; under body and engine covers fitted obscuring some components.

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