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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Diesel · 2003 · 2,993 cc

S51 KYYMOT history

S51 KYY is a blue diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 10 Nov 2003. Its MOT expired on 17 Jul 2025 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 224,302 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Jul 2024.

S51 KYY blue 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 17 Jul 2025
Mileage
224,302 mi
At MOT on 18 Jul 2024
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
10,098 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S51 KYY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
10 Nov 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Jul 2025
Latest MOT test
18 Jul 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

S51 KYY was last recorded at 224,302 miles on 18 Jul 2024, 4,074 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Apr 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
220,228 miles · 28 Apr 2023
Between the last two tests
4,074 miles
Average per year
10,098 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 224,302 miles
  • 2023 – 220,228 miles
  • 2022 – 217,124 miles
  • 2021 – 212,195 miles
  • 2020 – 201,010 miles
  • 2019 – 160,955 miles
  • 2018 – 154,745 miles
  • 2017 – 148,995 miles
  • 2016 – 137,546 miles
  • 2015 – 127,832 miles
  • 2014 – 112,985 miles
  • 2013 – 100,400 miles
  • 2011 – 86,922 miles
  • 2010 – 84,214 miles
  • 2009 – 76,727 miles
  • 2008 – 68,352 miles
  • 2007 – 58,563 miles
  • 2006 – 45,724 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass224,302 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.

  • Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Front Sub-frame damaged but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2018

Full MOT history

25 tests since 11 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass224,302 miles (+4,074)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    224,302 miles
    Test number
    461139993724

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass220,228 miles (+3,104)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    220,228 miles
    Test number
    547231898362

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass217,124 miles (+4,929)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    217,124 miles
    Test number
    891757307751

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass212,195 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    212,195 miles
    Test number
    701734180162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail212,195 miles (+11,185)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    212,195 miles
    Test number
    956921430144
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps both (4.7.2 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  6. Pass201,010 miles (+40,055)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    201,010 miles
    Test number
    128712978878

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass160,955 miles (+6,210)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    160,955 miles
    Test number
    651586031366

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass154,745 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    154,745 miles
    Test number
    900328150842
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame damaged but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  9. Fail154,745 miles (+5,750)5 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,745 miles
    Test number
    490559216700
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame damaged but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  10. Pass148,995 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    148,995 miles
    Test number
    960682246429

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail148,995 miles (+11,449)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,995 miles
    Test number
    432157089115
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNEAR SIDE STEERING JOINTSHAS SLIGHT PLAY

  12. Pass137,546 miles (+9,714)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    137,546 miles
    Test number
    878974127256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass127,832 miles (+14,847)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    127,832 miles
    Test number
    585532055084
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass112,985 miles (+22)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    112,985 miles
    Test number
    716779124088
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil level low

  15. Fail112,963 miles (+12,563)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,963 miles
    Test number
    777988224006
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil level low

  16. Pass100,400 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    100,400 miles
    Test number
    485034803038
    • NoteEngine oil level low
    • NoteHeadlamp levelling front sensor broken
    • NoteOffside rear tyre inner tread edge bald

  17. Fail100,400 miles (+13,478)2 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,400 miles
    Test number
    776794603072
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteEngine oil level low
    • NoteHeadlamp levelling front sensor broken
    • NoteOffside rear tyre inner tread edge bald

  18. Pass86,922 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    86,922 miles
    Test number
    405345521485

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail86,887 miles (+2,673)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,887 miles
    Test number
    457815521323
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  20. Pass84,214 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    84,214 miles
    Test number
    622132390226
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Fail84,214 miles (+7,487)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,214 miles
    Test number
    354601490451
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass76,727 miles (+8,375)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    76,727 miles
    Test number
    843611109320
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass68,352 miles (+9,789)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    68,352 miles
    Test number
    240201618334

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass58,563 miles (+12,839)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    58,563 miles
    Test number
    150336007348

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass45,724 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    45,724 miles
    Test number
    560305116364

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S51 KYY

Does S51 KYY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S51 KYY expired on 17 Jul 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S51 KYY?
The MOT on S51 KYY expired on 17 Jul 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S51 KYY done?
S51 KYY was recorded at 224,302 miles at its MOT on 18 Jul 2024, an average of 10,098 miles a year.
Has S51 KYY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S51 KYY has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jan 2021.
Has the mileage on S51 KYY 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 S51 KYY find?
S51 KYY passed its latest MOT on 18 Jul 2024 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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