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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Diesel · 2006 · 1,995 cc

L8 KCKMOT history

L8 KCK is a grey diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 19 Jun 2006. Its MOT expired on 19 May 2026 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 144,695 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 May 2025.

L8 KCK grey BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 19 May 2026
Mileage
144,695 mi
At MOT on 20 May 2025
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
7,586 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L8 KCK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
19 Jun 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 May 2026
Latest MOT test
20 May 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L8 KCK was last recorded at 144,695 miles on 20 May 2025, 2,342 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Mar 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
142,353 miles · 28 Mar 2024
Between the last two tests
2,342 miles
Average per year
7,586 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 144,695 miles
  • 2024 – 142,353 miles
  • 2023 – 138,027 miles
  • 2021 – 132,368 miles
  • 2020 – 126,643 miles
  • 2019 – 114,163 miles
  • 2018 – 107,212 miles
  • 2017 – 91,782 miles
  • 2016 – 76,976 miles
  • 2015 – 66,607 miles
  • 2014 – 55,662 miles
  • 2013 – 49,743 miles
  • 2012 – 43,443 miles
  • 2011 – 38,434 miles
  • 2010 – 31,156 miles
  • 2009 – 23,708 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass144,695 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

25 tests since 8 Jun 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass144,695 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2026
    Odometer
    144,695 miles
    Test number
    765090702237
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  2. Fail144,695 miles (+2,342)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,695 miles
    Test number
    515298438331
    • DangerousNearside Front Anti-roll bar modified so the suspension is likely to fail other components (5.3.3 (c) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  3. Pass142,353 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    142,353 miles
    Test number
    610226432237
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Fail142,351 miles (+4,324)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,351 miles
    Test number
    924720676360
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass138,027 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    138,027 miles
    Test number
    127628947374
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated all (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail138,027 miles (+5,659)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,027 miles
    Test number
    777302957148
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated all (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass132,368 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    132,368 miles
    Test number
    567388324037
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated all4 front and rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever worn, but not excessively (1.1.6 (b) (i))

  8. Fail132,368 miles (+5,725)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,368 miles
    Test number
    593532080915
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated all4 front and rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever worn, but not excessively (1.1.6 (b) (i))

  9. Pass126,643 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    126,643 miles
    Test number
    302550451250
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both sides (5.3.2 (b))

  10. Fail126,643 miles (+12,480)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,643 miles
    Test number
    955099368233
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both sides (5.3.2 (b))

  11. Pass114,163 miles (+6,951)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    114,163 miles
    Test number
    650924850296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass107,212 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    107,212 miles
    Test number
    830407223748
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryRear diff leak
    • AdvisoryTape on dash
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  13. Fail107,212 miles (+6)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,212 miles
    Test number
    629111251277
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryRear diff leak
    • AdvisoryTape on dash
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  14. Fail107,206 miles (+15,424)1 dangerous4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,206 miles
    Test number
    192350494047
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault air bag (7.1.6 (a))

  15. Pass91,782 miles (+14,806)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2018
    Odometer
    91,782 miles
    Test number
    352178404097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass76,976 miles (+10,369)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    76,976 miles
    Test number
    506200982529
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass66,607 miles (+10,945)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    66,607 miles
    Test number
    907729455109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass55,662 miles (+1,517)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    55,662 miles
    Test number
    175824274134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass54,145 miles (+4,402)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2015
    Odometer
    54,145 miles
    Test number
    917150034192
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass49,743 miles (+6,300)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    49,743 miles
    Test number
    217505773191
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Pass43,443 miles (+5,009)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    43,443 miles
    Test number
    337212172129
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteN/s/f tyre slightly scrubbed on outer edge

  22. Pass38,434 miles (+7,278)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    38,434 miles
    Test number
    257464161167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail31,156 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,156 miles
    Test number
    621978150197
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass31,156 miles (+7,448)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    31,156 miles
    Test number
    924798950131
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass23,708 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    23,708 miles
    Test number
    664959059131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L8 KCK

Does L8 KCK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L8 KCK expired on 19 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L8 KCK?
The MOT on L8 KCK expired on 19 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L8 KCK done?
L8 KCK was recorded at 144,695 miles at its MOT on 20 May 2025, an average of 7,586 miles a year.
Has L8 KCK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L8 KCK has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 20 May 2025.
Has the mileage on L8 KCK 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 L8 KCK find?
L8 KCK passed its latest MOT on 20 May 2025 with 2 advisories: nearside rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt; offside rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt.

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