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BMW 3 Series

Red · Petrol · 1997 · 1,896 cc

P855 KSJMOT history

P855 KSJ is a red petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 31 Dec 1997. Its MOT is valid until 9 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 32 MOT tests, with 87,879 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Apr 2026.

P855 KSJ red 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 9 Apr 2027
Mileage
87,879 mi
At MOT on 10 Apr 2026
MOT tests
32
20 passed · 12 failed
Per year
1,292 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P855 KSJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
31 Dec 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

P855 KSJ was last recorded at 87,879 miles on 10 Apr 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
87,878 miles · 9 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
1,292 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 87,879 miles
  • 2025 – 77,879 miles
  • 2023 – 74,723 miles
  • 2022 – 74,617 miles
  • 2021 – 74,544 miles
  • 2020 – 74,257 miles
  • 2019 – 74,213 miles
  • 2018 – 74,026 miles
  • 2017 – 73,739 miles
  • 2016 – 73,483 miles
  • 2015 – 73,360 miles
  • 2014 – 72,697 miles
  • 2013 – 72,487 miles
  • 2012 – 71,858 miles
  • 2011 – 71,082 miles
  • 2010 – 70,446 miles
  • 2009 – 69,809 miles
  • 2008 – 68,151 miles
  • 2007 – 65,633 miles
  • 2006 – 62,508 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass87,879 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

Full MOT history

32 tests since 18 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass87,879 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    87,879 miles
    Test number
    510260144052
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail87,878 miles (+9,999)6 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,878 miles
    Test number
    102311153126
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Side repeater likely to become detached (4.4.1 (c) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass77,879 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    77,879 miles
    Test number
    385337564749
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryAll suspension components corroded

  4. Fail77,876 miles (+3,153)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,876 miles
    Test number
    411644607773
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryAll suspension components corroded

  5. Pass74,723 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    74,723 miles
    Test number
    911692634133
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail74,722 miles (+36)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,722 miles
    Test number
    150284737993
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Fail74,686 miles (+69)1 dangerous9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,686 miles
    Test number
    336158592428
    • DangerousNearside Front Integral body structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering nsf sill corroded and holed (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all ferrule's corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass74,617 miles (+73)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    74,617 miles
    Test number
    683459876914
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  9. Pass74,544 miles (+17)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    74,544 miles
    Test number
    417900089066
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  10. Fail74,527 miles (+270)4 major12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,527 miles
    Test number
    154911208834
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  11. Pass74,257 miles (+44)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    74,257 miles
    Test number
    826038825077
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  12. Pass74,213 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    74,213 miles
    Test number
    346496364214
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  13. Fail74,212 miles (+186)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,212 miles
    Test number
    552189606884
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  14. Pass74,026 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    74,026 miles
    Test number
    828248544494

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail74,024 miles (+285)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,024 miles
    Test number
    666811882206
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  16. Pass73,739 miles (+256)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    73,739 miles
    Test number
    387547096249
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion both rear arches (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both rear (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryFuel pipe slightly damaged with corrosion (7.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.4e)

  17. Pass73,483 miles (+123)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    73,483 miles
    Test number
    719194263914
    • AdvisoryCentre Fuel pipe slightly damaged with corrosion (7.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  18. Pass73,360 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    73,360 miles
    Test number
    606084757865
    • AdvisoryFront brake imbalance just passed @ 28%

  19. Fail73,357 miles (+660)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,357 miles
    Test number
    835977435236
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  20. Pass72,697 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    72,697 miles
    Test number
    309641744466
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  21. Fail72,697 miles (+210)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,697 miles
    Test number
    126240944266
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  22. Pass72,487 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    72,487 miles
    Test number
    398222343499

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail72,486 miles (+628)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,486 miles
    Test number
    957015333268
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

  24. Pass71,858 miles (+776)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    71,858 miles
    Test number
    369263532407
    • NoteFuel pipes corroded
    • NoteSuspension parts very rusty

  25. Pass71,082 miles (+636)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    71,082 miles
    Test number
    688261541212
    • NoteUnderside of car very rusty

  26. Pass70,446 miles (+637)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    70,446 miles
    Test number
    813415130253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass69,809 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    69,809 miles
    Test number
    562116429208
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteFuel pipes corroded

  28. Fail69,808 miles (+1,657)1 dangerous1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,808 miles
    Test number
    310616929210
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteFuel pipes corroded

  29. Pass68,151 miles (+2,518)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    68,151 miles
    Test number
    971774438282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail65,633 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,633 miles
    Test number
    341544837418
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  31. Pass65,633 miles (+3,125)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    65,633 miles
    Test number
    901374837219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass62,508 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    62,508 miles
    Test number
    780030036272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about P855 KSJ

Does P855 KSJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on P855 KSJ is valid until 9 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on P855 KSJ?
The MOT on P855 KSJ is valid until 9 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has P855 KSJ done?
P855 KSJ was recorded at 87,879 miles at its MOT on 10 Apr 2026, an average of 1,292 miles a year.
Has P855 KSJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P855 KSJ has failed 12 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on P855 KSJ 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 P855 KSJ find?
P855 KSJ passed its latest MOT on 10 Apr 2026 with 4 advisories: central stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 1 more.

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