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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 1997 · 1,796 cc

P513 TKXMOT history

P513 TKX is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 31 Dec 1997. Its MOT is valid until 1 Jun 2027 and it has passed 21 of 24 MOT tests, with 59,519 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Jun 2026.

P513 TKX blue 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 1 Jun 2027
Mileage
59,519 mi
At MOT on 2 Jun 2026
MOT tests
24
21 passed · 3 failed
Per year
694 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P513 TKX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
31 Dec 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

P513 TKX was last recorded at 59,519 miles on 2 Jun 2026, 478 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
59,041 miles · 22 May 2025
Between the last two tests
478 miles
Average per year
694 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 59,519 miles
  • 2025 – 59,041 miles
  • 2024 – 58,937 miles
  • 2023 – 58,827 miles
  • 2022 – 58,733 miles
  • 2021 – 58,319 miles
  • 2020 – 57,673 miles
  • 2019 – 57,236 miles
  • 2018 – 57,013 miles
  • 2017 – 56,861 miles
  • 2016 – 56,537 miles
  • 2015 – 56,176 miles
  • 2014 – 55,835 miles
  • 2013 – 55,560 miles
  • 2012 – 54,822 miles
  • 2011 – 54,022 miles
  • 2010 – 53,050 miles
  • 2009 – 51,994 miles
  • 2008 – 50,601 miles
  • 2007 – 48,388 miles
  • 2006 – 45,693 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass59,519 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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Brake pipes have been greased

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Engine cover and Undertrays fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass59,519 miles (+478)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    59,519 miles
    Test number
    902035972766

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass59,041 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2026
    Odometer
    59,041 miles
    Test number
    194887019865
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
  3. Fail59,041 miles (+104)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,041 miles
    Test number
    647232639408
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
  4. Pass58,937 miles (+110)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    58,937 miles
    Test number
    257308291593
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides front to rears above tank (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
  5. Pass58,827 miles (+94)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    58,827 miles
    Test number
    568498183497

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass58,733 miles (+414)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    58,733 miles
    Test number
    346875571837

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass58,319 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    58,319 miles
    Test number
    503955878848

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail58,312 miles (+639)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,312 miles
    Test number
    616889329026
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
  9. Pass57,673 miles (+437)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    57,673 miles
    Test number
    668179060531

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass57,236 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    57,236 miles
    Test number
    927566264364
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  11. Fail57,236 miles (+223)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,236 miles
    Test number
    365424196776
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  12. Pass57,013 miles (+152)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    57,013 miles
    Test number
    744459888737
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes have been greased
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and Undertrays fitted
  13. Pass56,861 miles (+324)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    56,861 miles
    Test number
    222060085951
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes have been greased
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and Undertrays fitted
  14. Pass56,537 miles (+361)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    56,537 miles
    Test number
    952060986254
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted to vehicle
  15. Pass56,176 miles (+341)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    56,176 miles
    Test number
    327235575139
    • NoteNsf tyre slightly perrished
    • NoteOsr inner pipe has very slight corrosion
  16. Pass55,835 miles (+275)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    55,835 miles
    Test number
    339118174177
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  17. Pass55,560 miles (+738)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    55,560 miles
    Test number
    238262383184
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  18. Pass54,822 miles (+800)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    54,822 miles
    Test number
    825730572197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass54,022 miles (+972)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    54,022 miles
    Test number
    418785461169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass53,050 miles (+1,056)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    53,050 miles
    Test number
    243728180401

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass51,994 miles (+1,393)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    51,994 miles
    Test number
    411519469130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass50,601 miles (+2,213)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    50,601 miles
    Test number
    770400278166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass48,388 miles (+2,695)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    48,388 miles
    Test number
    602483877184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass45,693 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    45,693 miles
    Test number
    443369676149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about P513 TKX

Does P513 TKX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on P513 TKX is valid until 1 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on P513 TKX?
The MOT on P513 TKX is valid until 1 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has P513 TKX done?
P513 TKX was recorded at 59,519 miles at its MOT on 2 Jun 2026, an average of 694 miles a year.
Has P513 TKX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P513 TKX has failed 3 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 22 May 2025.
Has the mileage on P513 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 P513 TKX find?
P513 TKX passed its latest MOT on 2 Jun 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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