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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 1997 · 2,793 cc

P263 TKXMOT history

P263 TKX is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 27 Jan 1997. Its MOT expired on 27 Aug 2025 and it has passed 14 of 24 MOT tests, with 138,760 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Aug 2024.

P263 TKX blue BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 27 Aug 2025
Mileage
138,760 mi
At MOT on 11 Sept 2020
MOT tests
24
14 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,615 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P263 TKX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
27 Jan 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Aug 2025
Latest MOT test
28 Aug 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

P263 TKX was last recorded at 138,760 miles on 11 Sept 2020, 3,036 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Jan 2016.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
135,724 miles · 19 Jan 2016
Between the last two tests
3,036 miles
Average per year
3,615 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2020 – 138,760 miles
  • 2016 – 135,724 miles
  • 2015 – 135,698 miles
  • 2013 – 120,318 miles
  • 2010 – 115,157 miles
  • 2009 – 106,217 miles
  • 2008 – 100,734 miles
  • 2007 – 92,969 miles
  • 2006 – 85,914 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryAll underside of vehicle has been heavily undersealed / coated

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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

24 tests since 28 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    789663590001
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll underside of vehicle has been heavily undersealed / coated
  2. FailMileage not read3 dangerous16 major1 minor14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    518907247171
    • DangerousFront Brake hose damaged and likely to fail (1.1.12 (a))
    • DangerousFront Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture (1.1.11 (a))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed fuel leak (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFront Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorFront Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorFuel pipe insecure (6.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorFuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure inadequately repaired such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorPower steering component leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged (1.1.11 (d) (ii))
    • MajorRear Rear fog lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.5.4 (a))
    • MajorRear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryO/s and n/s floors have been repaired and heavily undersealed
  3. PassMileage not read7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    619000303109
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
  4. FailMileage not read6 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    557955196224
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
  5. PassMileage not read1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    172435943619
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Back box joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 225/40/18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/40/18)(cracking (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/40/18)(cracking (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass138,760 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    138,760 miles
    Test number
    805999968511

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. PassMileage not read1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    887948185330
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  8. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    249896175519

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. FailMileage not read2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    765823121526
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)
  10. FailMileage not read3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    909755974388
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp missing. (3.4.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake caliper securing device missing (3.5.1j)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
  11. Pass135,724 miles (+26)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    135,724 miles
    Test number
    216371568111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail135,698 miles2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,698 miles
    Test number
    848811474692
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded Offside and nearside front to rear at rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front (3.5.1i)
  13. Fail135,698 miles9 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,698 miles
    Test number
    904232002859
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded NEARSIDE FRONT TO REAR (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded Across front (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front (3.5.1i)
  14. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    179490314398

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. FailMileage not read5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    445147304323
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureRear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
  16. Pass120,318 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    120,318 miles
    Test number
    917547703193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail120,314 miles (+5,157)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,314 miles
    Test number
    436896393090
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureRear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
  18. Pass115,157 miles (+8,940)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    115,157 miles
    Test number
    160353020204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass106,217 miles (+5,483)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    106,217 miles
    Test number
    430792059038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass100,734 miles (+80)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    100,734 miles
    Test number
    803204828036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail100,654 miles (+7,685)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,654 miles
    Test number
    893942328024
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
  22. Pass92,969 miles (+7,055)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    92,969 miles
    Test number
    101104957444
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
  23. Pass85,914 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    85,914 miles
    Test number
    744570036064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail85,914 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,914 miles
    Test number
    474498026037
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Questions about P263 TKX

Does P263 TKX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on P263 TKX expired on 27 Aug 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on P263 TKX?
The MOT on P263 TKX expired on 27 Aug 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has P263 TKX done?
P263 TKX was recorded at 138,760 miles at its MOT on 11 Sept 2020, an average of 3,615 miles a year.
Has P263 TKX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P263 TKX has failed 10 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Jun 2024.
Has the mileage on P263 TKX 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 P263 TKX find?
P263 TKX passed its latest MOT on 28 Aug 2024 with 15 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; exhaust noisy; front integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced, and 12 more.

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