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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,995 cc

S18 KCKMOT history

S18 KCK is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 23 Jul 2008. Its MOT expired on 5 May 2023 and it has passed 10 of 13 MOT tests, with 155,853 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 May 2022.

S18 KCK black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 5 May 2023
Mileage
155,853 mi
At MOT on 6 May 2022
MOT tests
13
10 passed · 3 failed
Per year
8,240 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S18 KCK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
23 Jul 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 May 2023
Latest MOT test
6 May 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

S18 KCK was last recorded at 155,853 miles on 6 May 2022, 12,022 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Mar 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 14 Nov 2014: 84,231 miles, lower than 84,271 miles on 20 Sept 2014.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
143,831 miles · 16 Mar 2021
Between the last two tests
12,022 miles
Average per year
8,240 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 155,853 miles
  • 2021 – 143,831 miles
  • 2020 – 138,021 miles
  • 2018 – 124,673 miles
  • 2017 – 115,221 miles
  • 2016 – 103,952 miles
  • 2015 – 90,316 miles
  • 2014 – 84,231 miles
  • 2013 – 78,023 miles
  • 2011 – 66,850 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass155,853 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryEngine and underbody trays fitted

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.

  • Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

13 tests since 18 Jul 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass155,853 miles (+12,022)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2023
    Odometer
    155,853 miles
    Test number
    633862536282
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine and underbody trays fitted

  2. Pass143,831 miles (+5,810)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    143,831 miles
    Test number
    245071058864
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass138,021 miles (+13,348)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    138,021 miles
    Test number
    213470582680

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass124,673 miles (+9,452)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    124,673 miles
    Test number
    262219874380
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play back outer (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass115,221 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    115,221 miles
    Test number
    185987745149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail115,221 miles (+11,269)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,221 miles
    Test number
    643356550045
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  7. Pass103,952 miles (+13,636)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    103,952 miles
    Test number
    390420498216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass90,316 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    90,316 miles
    Test number
    712960947632

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail90,316 miles (+6,085)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,316 miles
    Test number
    464705684228
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  10. Pass84,231 miles (-40)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    84,231 miles
    Test number
    999668014334
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)
    • NoteEML ON
    • NoteNOISY DIFFERENCIAL ON REAR AXLE

  11. Fail84,271 miles (+6,248)1 dangerous2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,271 miles
    Test number
    159543964213
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)
    • NoteEML ON
    • NoteNOISY DIFFERENCIAL ON REAR AXLE

  12. Pass78,023 miles (+11,173)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2014
    Odometer
    78,023 miles
    Test number
    437524833117
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

  13. Pass66,850 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    66,850 miles
    Test number
    829359991133
    • NoteChip in screen
    • NoteFront brake pads 4/5mm

Questions about S18 KCK

Does S18 KCK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S18 KCK expired on 5 May 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S18 KCK?
The MOT on S18 KCK expired on 5 May 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S18 KCK done?
S18 KCK was recorded at 155,853 miles at its MOT on 6 May 2022, an average of 8,240 miles a year.
Has S18 KCK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S18 KCK has failed 3 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Nov 2017.
Has the mileage on S18 KCK ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 14 Nov 2014. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S18 KCK find?
S18 KCK passed its latest MOT on 6 May 2022 with 6 advisories: front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; offside front play in steering rack inner joint(s), and 3 more.

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