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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 1997 · 2,793 cc

P495 KKPMOT history

P495 KKP is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 7 Feb 1997. Its MOT is valid until 22 Jul 2027 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 108,248 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jul 2026.

P495 KKP silver 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 22 Jul 2027
Mileage
108,248 mi
At MOT on 23 Jul 2026
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
1,929 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P495 KKP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
7 Feb 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

P495 KKP was last recorded at 108,248 miles on 23 Jul 2026, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
108,242 miles · 12 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
1,929 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 108,248 miles
  • 2024 – 108,242 miles
  • 2023 – 108,210 miles
  • 2022 – 107,754 miles
  • 2021 – 107,378 miles
  • 2018 – 106,838 miles
  • 2017 – 100,230 miles
  • 2016 – 97,135 miles
  • 2015 – 95,082 miles
  • 2014 – 92,773 miles
  • 2013 – 89,281 miles
  • 2012 – 87,373 miles
  • 2011 – 85,534 miles
  • 2010 – 82,416 miles
  • 2009 – 79,659 miles
  • 2008 – 75,508 miles
  • 2007 – 72,492 miles
  • 2006 – 69,435 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass108,248 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 Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

25 tests since 8 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass108,248 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    108,248 miles
    Test number
    725997256682

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass108,242 miles (+32)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    108,242 miles
    Test number
    309143257756

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass108,210 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    108,210 miles
    Test number
    832199588467

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail108,210 miles (+456)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,210 miles
    Test number
    819940499878
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass107,754 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    107,754 miles
    Test number
    239392382210
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail107,754 miles (+376)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,754 miles
    Test number
    825218796833
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  7. Pass107,378 miles (+540)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    107,378 miles
    Test number
    137160323345

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass106,838 miles (+6,608)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    106,838 miles
    Test number
    786255775840
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))

  9. Pass100,230 miles (+3,095)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    100,230 miles
    Test number
    556397857919

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass97,135 miles (+2,053)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    97,135 miles
    Test number
    850735399911
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has wear on the inside edge of the tires tread
    • AdvisorySat nav holder removed prior to the test

  11. Pass95,082 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    95,082 miles
    Test number
    928611065161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail95,082 miles (+2,309)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,082 miles
    Test number
    856631365142
    • FailureFront front brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

  13. Pass92,773 miles (+3,492)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    92,773 miles
    Test number
    865396254158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass89,281 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    89,281 miles
    Test number
    295799143401

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail89,281 miles (+1,908)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,281 miles
    Test number
    257888943484
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  16. Pass87,373 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    87,373 miles
    Test number
    978434062197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail87,373 miles (+1,839)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,373 miles
    Test number
    768254662136
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteREAR EXHAUST HEAT SHIELD SLIGHTLY LOOSE

  18. Pass85,534 miles (+3,118)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    85,534 miles
    Test number
    237288351443
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass82,416 miles (+2,757)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    82,416 miles
    Test number
    250670760151
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass79,659 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    79,659 miles
    Test number
    932033269175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail79,659 miles (+4,151)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,659 miles
    Test number
    281943269477
    • FailureNearside 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)

  22. Pass75,508 miles (+3,016)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    75,508 miles
    Test number
    580091768170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail72,492 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,492 miles
    Test number
    524786167190
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  24. Pass72,492 miles (+3,057)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    72,492 miles
    Test number
    642756167118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass69,435 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    69,435 miles
    Test number
    231399756441

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about P495 KKP

Does P495 KKP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on P495 KKP is valid until 22 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on P495 KKP?
The MOT on P495 KKP is valid until 22 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has P495 KKP done?
P495 KKP was recorded at 108,248 miles at its MOT on 23 Jul 2026, an average of 1,929 miles a year.
Has P495 KKP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P495 KKP has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 30 May 2023.
Has the mileage on P495 KKP 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 P495 KKP find?
P495 KKP passed its latest MOT on 23 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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