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BMW 3 Series

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,896 cc

T280 KAPMOT history

T280 KAP is a green petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 16 Mar 2027 and it has passed 11 of 12 MOT tests, with 63,443 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Mar 2027
Mileage
63,443 mi
At MOT on 5 Mar 2026
MOT tests
12
11 passed · 1 failed
Per year
917 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T280 KAP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T280 KAP was last recorded at 63,443 miles on 5 Mar 2026, 3,543 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
59,900 miles · 17 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
3,543 miles
Average per year
917 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 63,443 miles
  • 2025 – 59,900 miles
  • 2017 – 58,828 miles
  • 2014 – 58,180 miles
  • 2012 – 56,818 miles
  • 2011 – 55,269 miles
  • 2010 – 53,673 miles
  • 2009 – 51,841 miles
  • 2008 – 49,546 miles
  • 2007 – 47,254 miles
  • 2006 – 45,034 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass63,443 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

12 tests since 7 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass63,443 miles (+3,543)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    63,443 miles
    Test number
    321800906544
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  2. Pass59,900 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    59,900 miles
    Test number
    637880681724
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  3. Fail59,900 miles (+1,072)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,900 miles
    Test number
    272514753822
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  4. Pass58,828 miles (+648)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    58,828 miles
    Test number
    245084080434

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass58,180 miles (+1,362)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    58,180 miles
    Test number
    516097654012
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  6. Pass56,818 miles (+1,549)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    56,818 miles
    Test number
    839319502295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass55,269 miles (+1,596)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    55,269 miles
    Test number
    489233671195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass53,673 miles (+1,832)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2011
    Odometer
    53,673 miles
    Test number
    420300540196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass51,841 miles (+2,295)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    51,841 miles
    Test number
    112633889445

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass49,546 miles (+2,292)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    49,546 miles
    Test number
    741970268051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass47,254 miles (+2,220)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    47,254 miles
    Test number
    972340457083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass45,034 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    45,034 miles
    Test number
    184658936095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T280 KAP

Does T280 KAP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T280 KAP is valid until 16 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T280 KAP?
The MOT on T280 KAP is valid until 16 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T280 KAP done?
T280 KAP was recorded at 63,443 miles at its MOT on 5 Mar 2026, an average of 917 miles a year.
Has T280 KAP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T280 KAP has failed 1 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on T280 KAP 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 T280 KAP find?
T280 KAP passed its latest MOT on 5 Mar 2026 with 1 advisory: front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear both.

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