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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 1995 · 1,796 cc

M126 NKHMOT history

M126 NKH is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 26 Jan 1995. Its MOT is valid until 17 Sept 2027 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 109,220 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Sept 2026.

M126 NKH blue BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 17 Sept 2027
Mileage
109,220 mi
At MOT on 18 Sept 2026
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,744 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
M126 NKH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
1995
First used
26 Jan 1995
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

M126 NKH was last recorded at 109,220 miles on 18 Sept 2026, 183 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
109,037 miles · 12 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
183 miles
Average per year
1,744 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 109,220 miles
  • 2025 – 108,960 miles
  • 2024 – 108,681 miles
  • 2023 – 108,604 miles
  • 2022 – 108,510 miles
  • 2021 – 108,256 miles
  • 2020 – 108,021 miles
  • 2019 – 104,522 miles
  • 2018 – 104,175 miles
  • 2017 – 103,237 miles
  • 2016 – 102,615 miles
  • 2014 – 101,442 miles
  • 2013 – 100,728 miles
  • 2012 – 99,602 miles
  • 2011 – 96,863 miles
  • 2010 – 87,027 miles
  • 2009 – 82,200 miles
  • 2008 – 76,688 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass109,220 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x 2 (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x 2 (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryVarious items treated with an underseal compound underneath

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

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2020–2025

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

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Nearside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Offside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2018

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025–2026

Full MOT history

26 tests since 22 Jan 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass109,220 miles (+183)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    109,220 miles
    Test number
    891607435973
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x 2 (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x 2 (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryVarious items treated with an underseal compound underneath

  2. Pass109,037 miles (+77)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    109,037 miles
    Test number
    731987666414
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x 2 (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x 2 (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass108,960 miles (+279)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    108,960 miles
    Test number
    551747281206
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass108,681 miles (+77)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    108,681 miles
    Test number
    345676689970
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass108,604 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    108,604 miles
    Test number
    150628860488
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Fail108,604 miles (+94)4 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,604 miles
    Test number
    816417306499
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  7. Pass108,510 miles (+254)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    108,510 miles
    Test number
    715810395278
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass108,256 miles (+5)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    108,256 miles
    Test number
    491639650544
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive jacking points (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive jacking points (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  9. Fail108,251 miles (+230)1 dangerous3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,251 miles
    Test number
    671693510927
    • DangerousNearside Rear Drive shaft likely to become detached (6.1.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Drive shaft securing bolt loose (6.1.7 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Drive shaft securing bolt missing (6.1.7 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive jacking points (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive jacking points (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  10. Pass108,021 miles (+3,499)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    108,021 miles
    Test number
    438920316985
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear lamp lens damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth headlights misted up and image poor

  11. Pass104,522 miles (+347)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    104,522 miles
    Test number
    248821048849
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Pass104,175 miles (+938)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    104,175 miles
    Test number
    492533295347
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Pass103,237 miles (+622)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    103,237 miles
    Test number
    615044823393

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass102,615 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    102,615 miles
    Test number
    608167981868
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Fail102,615 miles (+1,173)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,615 miles
    Test number
    929204779300
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Pass101,442 miles (+714)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    101,442 miles
    Test number
    989396654331
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteBoth front tyres perrished

  17. Pass100,728 miles (+1,126)9 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    100,728 miles
    Test number
    377004763375
    • NoteBoth headlamp beam images are poor
    • NoteBoth rear tyres are getting close to the limit
    • NoteFront brake hoses are cracking
    • NoteFront fog lamps not working
    • NoteNearside front tyre is worn on the inner edge
    • NoteOffside front anti roll bar drop link has slight play
    • NoteRear brake pipes are corroding
    • NoteRear tyres are cracking
    • NoteWindscreen is cracked but outside the swept area

  18. Pass99,602 miles (+2,739)6 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    99,602 miles
    Test number
    835234352364
    • NoteFront brake hoses splitting
    • NoteFront tyres inner edges worn
    • NoteOffside anti roll link bush deteriorating
    • NoteOffside front shock absorber seaping weak
    • NoteRear brake lines corroding
    • NoteRear tyres worn

  19. Pass96,863 miles (+4,677)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    96,863 miles
    Test number
    807813851324
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass92,186 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    92,186 miles
    Test number
    659303851073
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Fail92,184 miles (+5,157)1 dangerous1 failure4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,184 miles
    Test number
    787183351027
    • DangerousOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteO/S/F JACKING POINT AREA CORRODED

  22. Fail87,027 miles1 repaired4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,027 miles
    Test number
    352714750095
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteOffside front fog light not working.

  23. Pass87,027 miles (+4,827)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    87,027 miles
    Test number
    503474250042
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteOffside front fog light not working.

  24. Pass82,200 miles (+5,512)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    82,200 miles
    Test number
    462995959026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass76,688 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    76,688 miles
    Test number
    202182228065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail76,688 miles4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,688 miles
    Test number
    211462128023
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not in a clean condition affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Bootlid cannot be secured in the closed position (6.4.1)

Questions about M126 NKH

Does M126 NKH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on M126 NKH is valid until 17 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on M126 NKH?
The MOT on M126 NKH is valid until 17 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has M126 NKH done?
M126 NKH was recorded at 109,220 miles at its MOT on 18 Sept 2026, an average of 1,744 miles a year.
Has M126 NKH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. M126 NKH has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on M126 NKH 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 M126 NKH find?
M126 NKH passed its latest MOT on 18 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front coil spring corroded both; nearside rear brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule, and 5 more.

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