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BMW 1 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2008 · 1,597 cc

P31 KAYMOT history

P31 KAY is a blue petrol BMW 1 Series first used on 25 Sept 2008. Its MOT expired on 29 Jul 2026 and it has passed 15 of 17 MOT tests, with 78,770 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jul 2025.

P31 KAY blue BMW 1 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 29 Jul 2026
Mileage
78,770 mi
At MOT on 30 Jul 2025
MOT tests
17
15 passed · 2 failed
Per year
4,783 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P31 KAY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
1 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,597 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
25 Sept 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
30 Jul 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

P31 KAY was last recorded at 78,770 miles on 30 Jul 2025, 6,202 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Jul 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
72,568 miles · 25 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
6,202 miles
Average per year
4,783 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 78,770 miles
  • 2024 – 72,568 miles
  • 2023 – 64,690 miles
  • 2022 – 60,559 miles
  • 2021 – 55,707 miles
  • 2020 – 50,693 miles
  • 2019 – 46,994 miles
  • 2018 – 41,206 miles
  • 2017 – 37,280 miles
  • 2016 – 31,923 miles
  • 2015 – 25,567 miles
  • 2014 – 19,201 miles
  • 2013 – 17,534 miles
  • 2012 – 15,168 miles
  • 2011 – 12,375 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass78,770 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

17 tests since 12 Sept 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass78,770 miles (+6,202)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    78,770 miles
    Test number
    730607099748
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  2. Pass72,568 miles (+7,878)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    72,568 miles
    Test number
    422191813447
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  3. Pass64,690 miles (+4,131)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    64,690 miles
    Test number
    801089672478

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass60,559 miles (+4,852)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    60,559 miles
    Test number
    762587261196
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass55,707 miles (+5,014)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    55,707 miles
    Test number
    455114783316
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass50,693 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    50,693 miles
    Test number
    751284089237
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail50,693 miles (+3,699)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,693 miles
    Test number
    704019182659
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass46,994 miles (+5,788)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    46,994 miles
    Test number
    597891649725

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass41,206 miles (+3,926)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    41,206 miles
    Test number
    935937006886

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass37,280 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    37,280 miles
    Test number
    524408864773

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail37,280 miles (+5,357)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,280 miles
    Test number
    891900597259
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  12. Pass31,923 miles (+6,356)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    31,923 miles
    Test number
    408735968769
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass25,567 miles (+6,366)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    25,567 miles
    Test number
    306019105263
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass19,201 miles (+1,667)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    19,201 miles
    Test number
    516154904269
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  15. Pass17,534 miles (+2,366)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    17,534 miles
    Test number
    625300363242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass15,168 miles (+2,793)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    15,168 miles
    Test number
    605063872230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass12,375 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    12,375 miles
    Test number
    199975251280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about P31 KAY

Does P31 KAY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on P31 KAY expired on 29 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on P31 KAY?
The MOT on P31 KAY expired on 29 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has P31 KAY done?
P31 KAY was recorded at 78,770 miles at its MOT on 30 Jul 2025, an average of 4,783 miles a year.
Has P31 KAY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P31 KAY has failed 2 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jul 2020.
Has the mileage on P31 KAY 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 P31 KAY find?
P31 KAY passed its latest MOT on 30 Jul 2025 with 3 advisories: nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside front brake hose slightly deteriorated.

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