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BMW 3 Series

Green · Petrol · 1996 · 2,793 cc

N111 KODMOT history

N111 KOD is a green petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 30 Dec 1996. Its MOT is valid until 29 Sept 2027 and it has passed 14 of 18 MOT tests, with 125,725 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Sept 2026.

N111 KOD green 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 29 Sept 2027
Mileage
125,725 mi
At MOT on 21 Sept 2026
MOT tests
18
14 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,276 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
N111 KOD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1996
First used
30 Dec 1996
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

N111 KOD was last recorded at 125,725 miles on 21 Sept 2026, 222 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
125,503 miles · 30 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
222 miles
Average per year
3,276 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 125,725 miles
  • 2025 – 125,503 miles
  • 2024 – 124,549 miles
  • 2022 – 123,656 miles
  • 2016 – 110,948 miles
  • 2013 – 100,624 miles
  • 2012 – 98,493 miles
  • 2011 – 92,264 miles
  • 2010 – 86,423 miles
  • 2009 – 77,916 miles
  • 2007 – 72,865 miles
  • 2006 – 64,410 miles
  • 2005 – 56,603 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass125,725 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2005–2013

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2005–2009

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

18 tests since 12 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass125,725 miles (+222)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    125,725 miles
    Test number
    838131043517

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass125,503 miles (+954)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    125,503 miles
    Test number
    832251151266
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
  3. Pass124,549 miles (+893)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    124,549 miles
    Test number
    966112585049
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  4. Pass123,656 miles (+12,708)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    123,656 miles
    Test number
    531257142750

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass110,948 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    110,948 miles
    Test number
    714683092710

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail110,948 miles (+10,324)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,948 miles
    Test number
    485641507587
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  7. Pass100,624 miles (+30)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    100,624 miles
    Test number
    887602213179
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBoth centre upper stoplamps not working!
  8. Fail100,594 miles (+2,101)5 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,594 miles
    Test number
    707219903118
    • FailureDirection indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • NoteBoth centre upper stoplamps not working!
  9. Pass98,493 miles (+6,229)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    98,493 miles
    Test number
    835110432012
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  10. Pass92,264 miles (+5,841)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    92,264 miles
    Test number
    429485421021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass86,423 miles (+8,507)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    86,423 miles
    Test number
    273152730071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass77,916 miles (+40)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    77,916 miles
    Test number
    100443429032
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  13. Fail77,876 miles (+5,011)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,876 miles
    Test number
    132395819423
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  14. Pass72,865 miles (+8,455)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    72,865 miles
    Test number
    522461047232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass64,410 miles (+7,807)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    64,410 miles
    Test number
    964003646273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass56,603 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    56,603 miles
    Test number
    370648125497

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass56,603 miles (+21)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    56,603 miles
    Test number
    263708125220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail56,582 miles1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,582 miles
    Test number
    131574025273
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about N111 KOD

Does N111 KOD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on N111 KOD is valid until 29 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on N111 KOD?
The MOT on N111 KOD is valid until 29 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has N111 KOD done?
N111 KOD was recorded at 125,725 miles at its MOT on 21 Sept 2026, an average of 3,276 miles a year.
Has N111 KOD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. N111 KOD has failed 4 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Jul 2016.
Has the mileage on N111 KOD 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 N111 KOD find?
N111 KOD passed its latest MOT on 21 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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